Jobs at Goldsmiths
Jobs at Goldsmiths
International Student Recruitment Manager
About The Department
Communications, Marketing and Recruitment (CMR). The department plays a central role in telling the Goldsmiths story to our key audiences.
The CMR directorate covers internal communications, media relations, strategic communications, brand and design, digital (website, video and social media), marketing, business partnering, and UK and International recruitment.
We aim to ensure academic departments and professional service teams are supported by experts who understand their needs and priorities, whilst playing our part in the delivery of an excellent student, colleague and external audience experience.
About the Role
We are seeking a focused and experienced individual to join our team as International Student Recruitment Manager. As a leading institution known for outstanding Art and Design courses and committed to innovation and free thinking, at the vanguard of humanitarianism and human rights, this will be a dynamic role. The brand occupies a unique position in the market, with courses delivered in a one-campus location in London. In this role, you will oversee the work of an International Student Recruitment Officer and be responsible for meeting and surpassing recruitment targets for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
About the Candidate
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in attracting and recruiting international students, as well as working with agents, attending HE fairs, visiting schools and travelling internationally representing the institution.
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Previous student recruitment experience in South Asia (India, Pakistan) and/or the Middle East would be an advantage.
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Proven experience in international student recruitment, preferably in a university setting.
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Strong understanding of global education systems and international admissions processes.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Experience in establishing and maintaining relationships with international educational agents, high schools, and other key stakeholders.
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Has previous represented an education provider at international recruitment events, fairs, and conferences.
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Ability to travel internationally as needed.
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Familiarity with immigration and visa processes for international students.
Further Information
We have generous benefits – an agile working environment, 28 days’ annual leave plus 6 paid closure days (4 at Christmas and 2 at Easter) plus all Bank Holidays, great transport links, a defined benefit pension scheme, support for professional development, and a broad range of wellbeing initiatives such as staff choir, running club, and creative writing classes.
Goldsmiths, University of London is passionate about advancing equality and celebrating diversity.
For an informal conversation about the role ahead of application, please contact Nuria Prades, Head of International Recruitment & Global Opportunities: n.prades@gold.ac.uk
Provisional interview dates: w/c 3rd of February 2025