Student Recruitment Officer, External Relations

Rowett Research Institute; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowett Research Institute is seeking a Student Recruitment Officer, External Relations to support the UK Student Recruitment strategy. The role involves leading recruitment activities across the UK, managing partnerships with external institutions, and representing the University at nationwide events.

Travel and a full driving license are essential for career fairs and school visits. Salary is on the Grade 5 scale (£33,002 - £36,636).

Qualifications

• Experience in student recruitment and external relations is advantageous.
• Ability to build relationships with external partner institutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the university's student recruitment activities across the UK to increase applicants and conversion to registered students.
• Support UK activity programs, manage relationships with external partners, represent the University at events, assist with event management and contribute to recruitment strategies.

Job description

Student Recruitment Officer, External Relations (RAA001A)

In support of the university's Student Recruitment strategy, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced individual to join the University’s UK Student Recruitment team within the Directorate of External Relations.

Job Description

The role of the team is to lead the university's student recruitment activities across the UK, with the aim of increasing the number of students recruited to the University and improving the conversion of applicants to registered students.

You will be responsible for supporting a program of activity within the UK, as well as managing relationships with external partner institutions, representing the University at events across the UK, assisting with event management and contributing to the development of recruitment strategies and plans. Willingness to travel is an essential requirement and the successful candidate should possess a full driving license for travel to career fairs and school visits.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 5 salary scale (£33,002 - £36,636), with placement according to qualifications and experience.

This role is based in the UK and, as such, the successful candidate will be required to live and work in the UK.

This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Job Reference Number: RAA001A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 27 October 2026

The Directorate of External Relations embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.