Student Recruitment Manager

The opportunity

The successful candidate will plan and manage the student recruitment activity of Central Saint Martins (CSM) that will contribute towards the University’s goal of empowering individuals to shape culture, society, and the economy through creativity. This will include: the development of a schools and colleges engagement strategy; the planning, management and implementation of all open days, campus visits, campus tours and offer holder events; working with the Student Marketing Manager on a cohesive and comprehensive plan to support progression for our Foundation Diploma in Art and Design students; liaising directly with CSM course teams in order to fulfil student recruitment activity; the management of the CSM Student Ambassador programme; and the planning and management of attendance at key recruitment events.

Your profile

• Educated to degree level or equivalent 
• Knowledge of art and design, creative arts in higher education and the creative and cultural industries 
• Knowledge of specific approaches and skills required to work with schools and colleges in a liaison role. A good understanding of the issues affecting art and design education within the secondary, further education (FE) and higher education (HE) sector 
• Experience of developing and implementing a varied schedule of HE recruitment activities in response to market developments, with an evidenced capacity to evaluate success and improve outcomes and adherence to objectives 
• Demonstrable experience of communicating ideas clearly and persuasively, explaining complicated matters simply, tailoring delivery methods/media to suit an audience’s needs and understanding
• Experience of utilising CRM systems for the effective management of student enquiries from pre- application to enrolment
• Experience of leading and developing internal and external networks, actively seeking to build productive and enduring relationships between and within teams to strengthen working relationships and foster collaboration, influencing events and decisions
• Experience of managing and/or coaching or mentoring staff 

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

As a University, we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to hold a Bronze Award from the Race Equality Charter (REC), are members of the Business Disability Forum and Employers for Carers, and maintain our status as a Disability Confident Scheme and Living Wage employer.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours’ notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.

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