UK Student Recruitment Advisor

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.

The role

The University of Surrey is looking to recruit a talented and experienced Student Recruitment Advisor on a fixed term contract (up to June 2027) to contribute towards the University meeting its recruitment and admissions targets by attending a series of recruitment activities under the overall direction of the Student Recruitment Manager.

About you

The post holder will be supporting the delivery of school and college events and will build strong relationships with high performing schools. The post holder will also support the delivery of student recruitment events, such as Open Days, Applicant Days and campus tours. In addition, they will assist the wider team in several key recruitment activities such as the creation and management of marketing materials, virtual events, conversion activity and clearing. You will also contribute towards the University meeting its recruitment and admissions targets.

Extensive travel/weekend/evening work will be required as directed by the Student Recruitment Manager.

What you’ll need to succeed-

With some previous experience in an administrative role, the successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisation skills and be a confident computer user (word and excel). You will be confident working independently, have excellent presentation skills and be prepared to travel. A driving licence and a flexible approach to working hours is essential.

How to apply

For informal enquiries, please contact Amanda Boissevain (Student Recruitment Manager) a.Boissevain@surrey.ac.uk.

Please complete the application form and attach an up to date CV and cover letter explaining what has drawn you to this role.

Please note. the University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on Volume and Calibre of applications.

Further details

We can offer a generous remuneration package, which includes relocation assistance where appropriate, an attractive research environment, the latest teaching facilities, and access to a variety of staff development opportunities.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.