Admissions Manager

University of Salford - Registry, Legal and Governance

Location: Salford, Hybrid

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 18th November 2025

Closes: 30th November 2025

Job Ref: 444-429360446

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Admissions Manager, preferably with a background in higher education to join our Central Admissions Team.

Reporting to the Deputy Head of Admissions, you will be responsible for the direct line management of a team of Admissions Supervisors, and indirect management of wider team responsible for making decisions on undergraduate or postgraduate applications for a designated academic area. The post holder will be an experienced manager, maintaining excellent working relationships with colleagues in academic areas, and with a strong focus on customer service across a wide range of stakeholders.

You will be responsible for supporting a plan of continuous improvement and excellent delivery of the service.

About the School or About the DepartmentWorking closely with colleagues in Student Administration, the Admissions Team is responsible for managing relations with applicants, and for providing expert support and advice for UK, EU and International applicants across UG, PG and other student categories (including part-time, modular, partnerships and distance-learning). The admissions process spans managing enquiries and applications through to registration.

The Admissions Team works closely with colleagues in Schools to facilitate the achievement of recruitment targets. The team is responsible for the constant refinement and improvement of business processes and supporting systems to ensure the most effective admission of new students and the best possible applicant experience. This team is responsible for ensuring all processes and systems are compliant with regulatory bodies including UCAS and the UKVI.

The Admissions Team currently has a hybrid method of working, with 2 full days on campus, though this may be subject to change.

If you would like more information before you apply or discuss your personal circumstances then please contact Louise Power, Deputy Head of Admissions (UG) - l.e.power@salford.ac.uk.

Please ensure you provide evidence in your cover letter/personal statement of how you meet the criteria in the attached person specification.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme.
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance.
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.
• Wellbeing support- all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships.
• Our Peel Parkcampus is unique with lots of green spaces and great transport links including Salford Crescent train station means we're easy to get to.
• Team Salford- join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK's fastest growing universities.
• A rewarding career - where everything you do will make a difference. To our students, our local community, and the world around you.

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