UK Student Recruitment Manager

AD WARRIOR; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cirencester is seeking a UK Student Recruitment Manager to lead home student recruitment. The ideal candidate will have proven success in student recruitment and strong leadership skills. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to shape the student experience. Flexible working options considered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Generous benefits

Qualifications

• Proven success in student recruitment and events management.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of open days and recruitment fairs.
• Manage and inspire the UK Student Recruitment Officer.
• Oversee our CRM system to enhance the student journey.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Data-driven mindset

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

UK Student Recruitment Manager

Location: Cirencester, GL7 6JS

Salary: Grade 7 - GBP34,133 to GBP40,497 per annum depending on experience

Vacancy Type: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) Flexible working options considered

The University has been at the forefront of agricultural education for 180 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land-based sector.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for student recruitment and a flair for delivering impactful events? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your ideas and leadership can shape the future of higher education? If so, we want to hear from you!

The University, nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, is seeking an ambitious and experienced UK Student Recruitment Manager to lead our home student recruitment and conversion strategy. This is your opportunity to make a real difference-driving undergraduate and postgraduate recruitment, managing high-profile events, and building meaningful relationships with schools, colleges, and prospective students across the UK.

What you'll do:

• Lead the planning and delivery of open days, offer holder events, and national recruitment fairs.
• Manage and inspire the UK Student Recruitment Officer.
• Oversee our CRM system to enhance the student journey and boost conversion.
• Collaborate with academic teams and external partners to deliver engaging, targeted recruitment activity.
• Represent the University at key events and be the face of our recruitment efforts.

What we're looking for:

• A degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven success in student recruitment, events management, and CRM systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• A proactive, data-driven mindset with a passion for education and widening access to Higher Education.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.

Why the University?

You'll join a supportive, forward-thinking External Relations team at a University with a proud heritage, a bold vision for the future and the chance to shape the student experience at one of the UK's most distinctive institutions. We offer a competitive salary, a 35 - hour working week and a range of other generous benefits.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate, please click apply where you will be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Interviews: Thursday 11 September 2025

The University is an equal opportunities employer, and we particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the University at this level.