Student Recruitment Officer

Location: Aston University John Cadbury House

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Aston University’s Student Recruitment and Outreach team as a Student Recruitment Officer (UK Home).

In this role, you will play a key part in attracting and engaging prospective students by:

• Organising and delivering recruitment events.
• Representing Aston University at Higher Education fairs and conventions across the UK.
• Visiting schools and colleges in your region.
• Developing and implementing effective student recruitment strategies.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced professional looking to advance their career at a university that continues to go from strength to strength.

What we’re looking for:

• A good honours degree.
• Previous experience working in Student Recruitment/ 13-19 Education
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A strong commitment to the benefits of Higher Education.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the UK, including overnight stays.
• A full UK driving licence (essential). If you are unable to meet this requirement due to health or other reasons, please contact us to discuss.

Why join Aston University?

You’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to inspiring the next generation of students. We offer a supportive environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real impact. Dynamic working is possible for this role, which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity. Further information on dynamic working can be found here.

Interested?

Apply now and help shape the future of student recruitment at Aston University.

Further details:
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Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual’s lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions. 

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 30 November 2025

Interview Date: Monday 15 December 2025

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