International Student Recruitment Specialist

This is a high-level recruitment role focused on driving international student growth from India.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing an effective regional recruitment strategy to achieve the University's targets.

Key responsibilities include market development, relationship-building, and delivering presentations to prospective students and other stakeholders.

You will also manage enquiries from students and other stakeholders in India, ensuring excellent customer service and timely follow-up on potential student leads.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in Higher Education sector with experience in similar roles within the education sector in India.

• 5 years of working experience in Higher Education sector (Essential)
• Extensive experience in a similar role within the education sector in India. (Desirable)
• Experience of studying in the UK (Desirable)
• Newcastle University Alumni (Desirable)
• Possess a degree from a UK university, relevant professional qualification and/or substantial experience of delivering educational marketing activities. (Desirable)
• Experience in supporting a UK Higher Education Institution in the development and execution of an India student recruitment strategy (Desirable)
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail; able to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities with minimal supervision. (Essential)
• A high level of English Language proficiency. (Essential)
• Proven ability to build and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders such as students, parents, agents, schools, universities, and other partners. (Essential)
• Up to date knowledge of the UK university application process and issues facing prospective international students and their advisers in relation to university admissions. (Essential)
• A proven understanding of the Indian HE system. (Essential)
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) demonstrating an ability to deal with a wide range of people with varying levels of understanding, with experience and aptitude for developing and delivering engaging presentations to a variety of audiences. (Essential)
• A flexible team player with the ability to support colleagues. (Essential)
• Willingness to extensively travel domestically and to the UK (typically on an annual basis). (Essential)
• Experience of working in a customer focused environment with the ability to represent the University in a professional manner. (Essential)
• A respectful, inclusive approach, with awareness of cultural contexts and sensitivity when working with diverse communities. (Essential)
• Excellent organisational skills, able to plan and prioritise a variety of work activities in a busy environment and meet strict deadlines. (Essential)
• Strong numeracy skills, demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail. (Essential)
• Excellent computer skills, with experience and strong knowledge of using Microsoft Office applications such as PowerPoint and Excel. (Essential)
• Ability to interpret data and use insights to drive recruitment strategy, decision-making, and reporting. (Essential)

Opportunity to work with a leading UK university with a strong international presence.

Chance to contribute to achieving the University's ambitious international recruitment targets.

Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Professional development opportunities.

This post requires a substantial amount of travel within India and periodic travel to the UK for training purposes.

Appointees must be prepared to undertake such travel and to work outside regular office hours including evenings and weekends as necessary.