"Student Recruitment Officer (International)"

University Of The Arts London

The role

University of the Arts London (UAL) is one of the world’s leading creative universities. As we continue to grow our global reach, we are looking to appoint a Student Recruitment Officer (International) to lead on international student recruitment and strengthen UAL’s presence in key markets.

This role will sit within the International Student Recruitment team, assuming responsibility for delivering impactful recruitment plans in key markets whilst also contributing to the wider team’s recruitment operations. You will hold regional responsibility for recruitment activity across designated markets, handle associated budgets and ensure efficient use of resources to achieve recruitment objectives.

You will work closely with the Student Recruitment Manager (International) and colleagues in the marketing and recruitment teams to produce co-ordinated, data-driven plans for allocated markets, bringing together the University’s activity across the full range of marketing channels. You will work with teams across the department to support continuous improvements in the student journey, from enquiry to enrolment, while ensuring compliance with UAL policy.

Acting as an ambassador for the University, you will draw on your excellent interpersonal skills to develop strong working relationships, communicate clearly across diverse audiences and influence both internal and external stakeholders. The role will include international travel, representing UAL at overseas events and working closely with our dedicated network of recruitment agents.

About you

You will bring experience in higher education student recruitment and an understanding of the global student market, ideally with some knowledge of the creative arts context.

You will have experience of managing market recruitment plans, to deliver against recruitment objectives. A demonstrable understanding of admissions processes, visa requirements and the broader operational frameworks that support international recruitment is essential.

The ability to evaluate success and improve outcomes while contributing to broader strategic objectives is key. You will also have experience of working with recruitment agents or other external networks, alongside a strong appreciation of the importance of a positive student journey.

You will also bring strong organisational and communication skills, as well as proven experience of working both independently and within a team.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

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Closing date: 6th March 2026, 23:55.

If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact the Resourcing Team via email at PSOstaffrecruitment@arts.ac.uk

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.