UK Student Recruitment Manager

Flexible working options considered

The Royal Agricultural University “RAU” has been at the forefront of agricultural education for 180 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land-based sector.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for student recruitment and a flair for delivering impactful events? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your ideas and leadership can shape the future of higher education? If so, we want to hear from you!

The Royal Agricultural University (RAU), nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, is seeking an ambitious and experienced UK Student Recruitment Manager to lead our home student recruitment and conversion strategy. This is your opportunity to make a real difference—driving undergraduate and postgraduate recruitment, managing high-profile events, and building meaningful relationships with schools, colleges, and prospective students across the UK.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the planning and delivery of open days, offer holder events, and national recruitment fairs.
• Manage and inspire the UK Student Recruitment Officer.
• Oversee our CRM system to enhance the student journey and boost conversion.
• Collaborate with academic teams and external partners to deliver engaging, targeted recruitment activity.
• Represent RAU at key events and be the face of our recruitment efforts.

What we’re looking for:

• A degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven success in student recruitment, events management, and CRM systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• A proactive, data-driven mindset with a passion for education and widening access to Higher Education.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.

Why RAU?

You’ll join a supportive, forward-thinking External Relations team at a University with a proud heritage, a bold vision for the future and the chance to shape the student experience at one of the UK’s most distinctive institutions. We offer a competitive salary, a 35 – hour working week and a range of other generous benefits.

For a full job description and details on how to apply please click the 'Apply' button, above.

Closing date: Sunday 31 August 2025

Interviews: Thursday 11 September 2025

The RAU is an equal opportunities employer and we particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the RAU at this level.

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