Student Recruitment Officer

Smart Move Education Group Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative and diverse work environment

Direct impact on students’ futures

Career progression opportunities

Access to training and development resources

Job summary

An educational consultancy in Manchester is looking for a Student Recruitment Officer to assist Home/EU students in accessing higher education. The role involves supporting students through applications, coordinating with universities, and developing marketing campaigns. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in student recruitment. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in education or student recruitment or 1 year of necessary work experience with home/EU student recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Support prospective Home/EU students throughout their application journey.
• Develop and deliver marketing campaigns (online and in-person).
• Provide detailed advice on university options, personal statements, and required documents.
• Coordinate with partner universities to facilitate interviews and admissions.
• Track Home/EU student applications and serve as their primary point of contact.
• Assist with daily administrative tasks and student records.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in marketing, education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Student Recruitment Officer

Location: Manchester, UK

Start Date: October 2025 (Immediate)

Company: Smart Move Education Group

Job Type: Full-time | On-site

Are you passionate about guiding students toward academic success? Smart Move Education Group is looking for a Student Recruitment Officer to join our Manchester team. This role focuses on helping Home/EU students based in the UK access higher education opportunities with top UK universities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support prospective Home/EU students throughout their application journey.
• Develop and deliver marketing campaigns (online and in-person).
• Provide detailed advice on university options, personal statements and required documents.
• Coordinate with partner universities to facilitate interviews and admissions.
• Track Home/EU student applications and serve as their primary point of contact.
• Assist with daily administrative tasks and student records.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in marketing, education or related field (preferred).
• 2+ years’ experience in education or student recruitment or 1 year of mandatory work experience with home/EU student recruitment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel).
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

What You’ll Get

• A collaborative, diverse and fast-paced work environment.
• Direct impact on students’ futures.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing company.
• Access to training and development resources.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're enthusiastic about helping students succeed and thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and be a part of something meaningful.