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Head of Recruitment and Access

University of Staffordshire

Drive global and domestic student recruitment for a forward-thinking university

This is an exciting time to join University of Staffordshire. We recently unveiled our new name and brand identity. A bold step forward in repositioning ourselves as the UK’s leading modern university. With a vibrant new look and feel, and a stronger, more confident and compelling voice, we are celebrating diversity, opportunity and inclusivity.

The Role

This role is pivotal to our ongoing success in shaping and delivering our approach to student recruitment across global and domestic markets, including UK outreach, and transition programmes.

We are seeking a visionary leader of our international and domestic student recruitment strategies, whilst driving inclusive access and participation initiatives that reflect our student community.   With the vision and capability to make a lasting impact, a passion to make a difference, you’ll push boundaries, explore new ideas and new ways to deliver our recruitment strategy.  If you are a strategic and global leader, with a passion for student recruitment and widening access to higher education, we look forward to hearing from you.

About You

  • Senior-level experience in student recruitment within higher education.
  • Expertise in international recruitment and stakeholder engagement.
  • A track record of strategic planning and delivery of outreach and access activity.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to leverage data for decision-making.

Why Join Us?

This is a chance to influence the University’s growth and inclusivity agenda, working in a dynamic environment that values ambition and innovation.  We offer a supportive, empowering environment where innovation, insight and expertise are valued, where bold decisions are taken and interpreted at pace, providing you with an opportunity to continue to develop your career.

Interested?
For further details, contact Sophie Hester at GatenbySanderson at sophie.hester@gatenbysanderson.com

Closing date: 9am, Monday 8th December

Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 13th November 2025
Closes: 8th December 2025
Job Ref: GSe127563
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