Recruitment Adviser Supporting Us University

Department

Education In-Country Representation

Job posted on

Sep 06, 2024

Employment type

Full-Time

**The Opportunity**

We at Acumen (Part of Sannam S4 Group) are reengineering what a consulting organisation can be. We own our client’s challenges as if they were our own. We help them transform for the future by offering practical solutions that are crafted intelligently, passionately, relentlessly.

We are a great team to work for people who are self-motivated, innovative and believe in teamwork. Whether you have years of experience or come right out of college, we invite you to explore our many opportunities. Find out how you can use your talents and develop your skills to make an impact immediately.

You are invited to a world of opportunities where you can contribute in your own special way to how we collaborate with each other in a culture of learning, coaching, diversity and inclusion. And be a part of a team that is known for its unwavering commitment to make a difference in partnership with its clients, shareholders, communities and colleagues.

**Job Purpose**

**Main Responsibilities**
- As the Recruitment Adviser, you will be assigned to support recruitment and conversion activities for clients. You will provide assistance to the University’s International Office at all stages of their student recruitment process, including maintaining of best practices and confidentiality of university data. You will be engaged in delegated marketing and outreach activities, database maintenance, and other initiatives undertaken by the client to enhance their footprint in India.
- Participating in recruitment and outreach events (both online and in person) for prospective students, their parents and counselors. Assist the client in identifying opportunities to increase brand awareness/market visibility, marketing and communication strategies and viable advertising opportunities in the Indian market. Also, implement the University’s plan for enhancement and growth of international institutional engagements in the designated region.
- Maintain accurate data using university’s student administration system in accordance with relevant requirements and policies.Build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders in the education sector.
- Attend education events, tradeshows, conferences, webinars, virtual events and represent the university as and when required.
- Maintain engagement and actively support agents, school counsellors and other key channel partners. This will include providing information, training, and a high level of customer service.
- Advise on how to leverage new recruitment opportunities and partnerships.
- Engage in social media activities and online training as per the client’s requirement. Assist in hosting online and offline events and information sessions, including Pre-Departures.Assist with localised content and promotions, including maintaining databases for post event follow up.
- Carry out post activity follow up, including compiling data of interested students. Preparing and submitting reports on activity outcomes to the University.
- Liaise and coordinate with appropriate internal teams for administrative issues.
- Support towards online research, gathering market intelligence, information management, updating databases, presentations, events and conferences.
- Work on budget and costings for project(s) and keep a track of project expenses
- Maintain communication with other stakeholders and keep updated with latest on ground relevant market information.
- Book venues for events and schedule visits for university representatives including sending confirmations, pre-booking hotel, and arranging ground transportation as necessary.

**Information and reporting**
- Develop and maintain a key contacts list and share a report with the client as and when
- necessary.
- Recording information from recruitment events and campaigns.
- Maintain time-sheets for projects and submit relevant reports as specified.

**Other**
- Conduct support for recruitment in a professional manner, observing confidentiality in
- relation to the University’s data, market intelligence, knowledge and other information.
- If required by the client, participate in virtual trainings from India.
- Any other duties as directed that commensurate within the scope and classification of the position.
- Knowledge of International Higher Education systems and processes.
- Ensuring that deliverables are met with a focus towards achieving the mutually agreed objectives and targets.
- Coordinate and liaise with internal administrative teams and with vendors for travel, hotel, event bookings etc. as and when required.

**Qualifications**
- Educated to degree level or equivalent.
- Relevant postgraduate or professional qualification in business or marketing.

**Experience**
- Experience of working in student recruitment or similar environment for at least 2-4 years.
- Overseas study or living experience