Student Recruitment Officer

The University of Salford

. Deliver impartial information, advice and guidance to prospective students and supporters through recruitment events, presentations and written communications .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeSalford • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering impartial information and guidance to prospective students while effectively planning and executing targeted recruitment activities. Proven ability to develop relationships with educational institutions and key stakeholders, alongside a willingness to travel extensively within the UK.

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First DegreeInformation DeliveryTargeted Recruitment PlanningRelationship DevelopmentExtensive Travel

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisEvent OrganizationRecruitment StrategyPresentation SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Soft Skills

CollaborationFlexibilityCommunication

Industry Keywords

Recruitment EventsOpen DaysApplicant InterviewsSchools EngagementColleges Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver impartial information, advice and guidance to prospective students and supporters through recruitment events, presentations and written communications
Plan and deliver targeted recruitment activity using insight and data
Identify opportunities, engage priority audiences and improve outcomes
Develop and maintain relationships with schools, colleges and key stakeholders across a dedicated geographical region
Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative approaches and coordinate effective recruitment activity
Travel extensively within the UK to support recruitment activity
Organise and deliver Open Days, Applicant Visit Days and applicant interviews in partnership with Admissions, Marketing, Estates and academic colleagues

Requirements

What you’ll need

First Degree
Ability to deliver information, advice and guidance to prospective students and their supporters
Ability to plan and deliver targeted recruitment activity using insight and data
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with schools, colleges and key stakeholders
Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the UK
Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Excellent pension scheme
32 days leave
Bank holidays
Additional time off at Christmas
Opportunity to buy more leave
Flexible and agile working
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted gym membership
Continuous professional development