Student Recruitment Officer

Type of contract: Substantive

In support of the university’s Student Recruitment strategy, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced individual to join the University’s UK Student Recruitment team within the Directorate of Global Engagement, Marketing and Recruitment.

The role of the team is to lead the university’s student recruitment activities across the UK, with the aim of increasing the number of students recruited to the University and improving the conversion of applicants to registered students.

You will be responsible for supporting a program of activity within the UK, as well as managing relationships with external partner institutions, representing the University at events across the UK, assisting with event management and contributing to the development of recruitment strategies and plans. Willingness to travel is an essential requirement and the successful candidate should possess a full driving license for travel to career fairs and school visits.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 5 salary scale (£32,546 - £36,130), with placement according to qualifications and experience.

This role is based in the UK and, as such, the successful candidate will be required to live and work in the UK.

This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Informal enquiries should be made to Sally Middleton, Head of UK Recruitment, Access & Outreach e-mail:  sally.middleton@abdn.ac.uk Please do not send application forms or CVs to Dr. Middleton.

To apply online for this position click the 'Apply' button above.

Job Reference Number: GLOB005A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 15^th October 2025

The Directorate of Student Recruitment embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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