International Student Recruitment Officer (Middle East & Africa)

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. 

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

The role

Reporting to the Regional Manager (Middle East and Africa), you will support international student recruitment primarily across the Middle East and North Africa. You will promote the University of Surrey to prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students, build strong relationships with agents, school counsellors and other partners, and support applicants throughout their journey to enrolment.

You will help deliver recruitment activities that raise the University’s profile and contribute to regional recruitment targets. Regular travel to the region is an essential part of the role, with approximately 8–12 weeks of recruitment travel each year. You will represent Surrey at recruitment fairs, school visits and partner events, often as the University’s sole representative. You may also support other markets as required.

About you

We are seeking a motivated and proactive individual with excellent communication and customer service skills. You will have experience of giving presentations and running events, alongside strong IT skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. You will be flexible, adaptable and organised, with the ability to solve problems, manage competing priorities and work independently while travelling.

You will have a strong understanding of the international student journey and be able to provide clear guidance on application processes and required documentation. You will understand the relevance of UKVI requirements, ATAS and CAS, referring specialist queries to the appropriate University teams.

You must hold a valid passport and be willing and able to undertake regular travel, primarily across the Middle East and North Africa. Evening and weekend working will also be required, as directed by the Regional Manager (Middle East and Africa).

How to apply

Please apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter focusing on the competencies outlined in the key elements of the role.

Interviews are expected to take place on 30th October.

Further details: Job Description

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In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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