Student Recruitment Co-ordinator (UK and Events) [Temporary Cover]

This post is fixed-term for 12 months or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

The post is available to start from 13 April 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Working Pattern: Hybrid (Central Cambridge and home based).Usually, two days in the office, to include Tuesdays plus one other day. Staff can work more days in the office if preferred. If you would wish to apply on the basis of an alternative working pattern or arrangement, please state this clearly in your application.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in student recruitment at the University of Cambridge. You will lead on a range of engaging initiatives designed to inspire and support prospective students as they consider applying to the University. The role primarily involves event logistics and administration, so experience of event organisation or project management is essential. You will facilitate webinars, deliver virtual presentations and in-person events, working with a wide range of academics and student ambassadors.

Your primary responsibilities will include managing and delivering:

• Subject Masterclasses: aprogramme of in-person and virtual, subject-specific events running throughout the year.
• Think Cambridge: a webinar series for students in Years 10-12, designed to inform and inspire them to consider Cambridge as a future study option.
• Teachers' and Advisers' Webinar Series:a year-round programme providing information and guidance to help teachers and advisers effectively support their students.

About the team

You will join a small, experienced, and welcoming team that works collaboratively to deliver a wide range of events and resources for prospective applicants, their parents, and teachers. The team is committed to continually improving and developing its projects, while offering a supportive and encouraging working environment.

Alongside leading your own projects, you will support a variety of other events, including in-person Undergraduate Open Days and Virtual Postgraduate Open Days. You will also contribute to projects supporting teachers, mature students, and Foundation Year applicants.

The role includes some travel across the UK, offering opportunities to meet prospective students and network with colleagues across the sector, as well as occasional evening and weekend work.

About you

You will bring excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage your own workload effectively. Further details about the role and requirements can be found in the further information document.

Additional information regarding the role can be found within the Further Particulars. When applying, please ensure that you outline how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification of the Further Particulars (the knowledge, skills, and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview based upon these criteria.

Applications are welcomed from both external and internal candidates, including those who may be interested in taking a secondment from their current role within the University.

Interviews will be in person, in Cambridge. The format of the interview will be a written task using Microsoft Word followed by a panel interview.  If there are restrictions on your availability on this date or if you would be unable to travel to Cambridge, please clearly state this in your application.

To apply online and to view further information about the role, click the 'Apply' button above. 

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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