International Student Recruitment Manager

The University of Bath is seeking to appoint a Recruitment Manager to join the International Student Recruitment Team.

Focusing on the Middle East and Africa, and supported by the Deputy Head of International Student Recruitment, you will manage and deliver recruitment activity in the region to build the brand and reputation of the University in the region, delivering a resilient base of applications and enrolments to the University. Activity spans international recruitment at all study levels, as well as recruitment from partnership organisations where appropriate.

You will take a lead role in developing relationships with prospective applicants and key external stakeholders, primarily through extensive outreach, including in-person and digital outreach activities, to increase the number of highly qualified applicants considering a course of study at the University of Bath. In addition to taking responsibility for developing key recruitment activities, you will develop and maintain a strong base of market expertise, to ensure that relevant and accurate information, advice and guidance is provided to enable informed decision making. You will work with agents to ensure they act as effective advocates for the institution.

About you:

- Knowledge of international student recruitment, with proven experience of supporting international students and an understanding of international qualification frameworks
- Market knowledge and insight - ideally in the Middle East and Africa - and experience of sharing expertise to inform planning and decision making
- Excellent communication, data analysis, and presentation skills
- A proactive, resilient, and flexible approach, with willingness to travel internationally (up to 12 weeks per year)
- A strong understanding of global education trends and key challenges

This is a full-time role, working 36.5 hours per week. The International Student Recruitment Team operates under hybrid working, and you will be expected to be on campus up to 2-3 days per week including a regular Wednesday. Extensive travel will be required (usually up to 12 weeks per year) and weekend/evening working will also be required.

A Basic DBS check is required for this role.

What we can offer you:

- Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days
- Generous employer contributory pension schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
- Staff discount at Team Bath gym
- Staff benefits include discounted postgraduate tuition and language courses, alongside a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning, and more
- Local discounts, including free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
- A family-friendly workplace
- Relocation allowance
- Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses
- Employee assistance services through Health Assured, including access to the Wisdom app

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equity and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.