UK Student Recruitment Advisor

United Kingdom — International Student Market

654K inbound students (2024) +0%

1. India 169K

2. China 152K

4. United States 36K

5. Pakistan 31K

14 international branch campuses in United Kingdom

This employer operates 1 active branch campus in 1 country (since 2006)

OVERVIEW The University of Surrey is recruiting Student Recruitment Advisors on a fixed term contract until June 2027. The role focuses on contributing to recruitment and admissions targets through a wide range of student-facing activities and events under the direction of the Student Recruitment Manager. This position involves regular engagement with schools and colleges, supporting recruitment events, and helping prospective student audiences throughout the admissions journey. The role also requires extensive travel alongside evening and weekend working.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute towards recruitment and admissions targets
• Attend recruitment activities under the direction of the Student Recruitment Manager
• Support school and college events
• Build relationships with schools
• Support open days, applicant days and campus tours
• Assist with marketing materials
• Support virtual events
• Contribute to conversion activity
• Assist with clearing activities
• Travel extensively as required for recruitment events and activities
• Participate in weekend and evening events

Requirements

• Ability to attend recruitment events and activities
• Willingness to undertake extensive travel
• Availability for weekend and evening work
• Ability to support student recruitment and admissions activities
• Ability to engage with schools and colleges WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Student recruitment teams play an important role in connecting prospective student audiences with higher education opportunities. Through events, admissions support, and relationship-building activities, this role helps institutions communicate their courses, campus experience, and support services effectively. By supporting recruitment activities, open days, and conversion events, Student Recruitment Advisors contribute to helping students make informed decisions about their education journey.

Bonus: Application advice

• Highlight any experience supporting student-facing events or admissions activities
• Provide examples of communication skills developed through recruitment or customer-facing roles
• Demonstrate flexibility for travel, evening work, and weekend events
• Include examples of relationship-building with schools, colleges, or community groups
• Show familiarity with supporting virtual events, open days, or campus activities
• Tailor your application to demonstrate enthusiasm for student recruitment and supporting prospective student journeys

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