ADE UK International Recruitment & Partnerships Officer in London

AD Education UK is a growing network of leading creative education institutes in the UK.

The group’s institutions are united around strong values and sharing a vision for creativity and innovation within creative media education.

With over 40 years of pioneering and sector-leading experience, our graduates can be found throughout the music, film, games and wider creative media sectors, winning prestigious awards and employed within the highest echelons of their respective creative fields.

Our market-leading portfolio of schools includes The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) and SAE Institute UK.

Requirements

• ADE UK International Recruitment& Partnerships Officer
• Location: London - Primarily campus-based with some international travel
• Contract Type: Full-time- 37 hours per week
• Salary: Up to £36,692 per annum based on experience
• Closing Date: 9th August 2026

About The Role

The International Recruitment& Partnerships Officer (IRPO) playsa central rolein delivering international student recruitment activity across SAE and ICMP.

This role is designed tobe hands-on and operational, acting as an extension of the National Course Advisor (NCA) team while taking ownership of international enquiries, applications, conversion activities, and agentrelationships.

The postholder will proactively drive growth in new international sponsored students (direct and agent-led), ensure prospective students receivetimelyand high-quality guidance, andmaintaina visible presence on campus to support international applicants and enrolled students.

The role also provides operational support to Admissions & Compliance during peak periods andrepresentsthe institution at international fairs, webinars, and events.

• What You'll be Responsible for in this role
• International Recruitment & Enquiry Management
• Agent Engagement/ Support& Relationship Management
• Admissions & Compliance Support
• On-Campus Engagement & International Student Support
• Admissions & Compliance Support
• Collaboration, Reporting & Cross-Department Working
• General Responsibilities

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience working in international student recruitment, admissions, or agent management within HE/FE or an international education context.
• Demonstrable experience delivering applicant-facing or customer-facing services.
• Experience working with CRMs, applicant management systems, or similar workflow tools.
• Experience communicating with culturally diverse audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence delivering group presentations and online events.
• Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly across different teams.
• Culturally sensitive approach to student engagement.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience conducting pre-CAS interviews or supporting UKVI-related processes.
• Experiencerepresentingan organisation at recruitment events, webinars, or fairs.
• Knowledge of international education systems and common international entry qualifications.
• Understanding of international student motivations and decision-making factors.
• Basic understanding of UKVI Student Route requirements.
• Ability to analyse simple data sets andidentifytrends.
• Additional Requirements
• Willingness to undertake international travel whenrequired.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends for events.
• Regular on-campus presence (minimum weekly, morefrequentlyduring peak periods).
• For more information please see the job description here

Like much of the creative sector, ADE celebrates diversity and values the power of individuality.

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive, regardless of background or experience.

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our students, empowering them to unleash their creativity and achieve their full potential.

However, we recognise that barriers still exist in access and success for underrepresented groups.

To improve the diversity of our academic team and help close these gaps, we strongly encourage applications from women

, as well as individuals from global majority backgrounds and those with disabilities.

Your unique experiences and perspectives are not only welcomed but essential in shaping a more inclusive and representative creative industry.

Don't miss this opportunity to inspire the next generation of creative talent!

As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Note: ADE is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

ADE is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme with Royal London Pension
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Pay
• Enhanced Paternity Pay
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme(Legal & General)
• Group Income Protection (Legal & General)
• Life Assurance (Legal & General)
• Season Ticket Loans
• Ride to Work Scheme
• Staff Discounts – Short Courses
• 50% off ICMP courses
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