UK Conversion Assistant (FEHW) in Wolverhampton

This is an exciting opportunity to join our UK Conversion Team as a Conversion Assistant (FEHW), playing a key role in supporting prospective students from application through to enrolment. You will provide essential logistical and organisational support to deliver a range of events and activities, with primary responsibility for those linked to the Faculty of Education, Health and Wellbeing.

Working closely with the Conversion Officer, you will help create engaging experiences that encourage applicants to take the next step in their journey. You will coordinate and support events such as applicant days, interviews, and conversion activities, while also managing applicant enquiries and non-standard admissions queries. The role involves close collaboration with admissions teams, academic colleagues, and wider recruitment staff to ensure a smooth and joined-up approach.

You will also contribute to key institutional activity, including Confirmation and Clearing, and support the effective use of systems to track and enhance conversion activity. We’re looking for a highly organised, proactive individual with strong communication and customer service skills, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively. This role offers valuable experience across events, recruitment, and applicant engagement, with occasional evening and weekend work required to support events.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Laura Wright (UK Conversion Manager) - laura.wright2@wlv.ac.uk

The University of Wolverhampton is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to preventing unlawful discrimination and harassment, promoting equality of opportunity, and fostering an inclusive environment where colleagues are treated with dignity and respect.

We strive to create a workplace in which colleagues have the confidence and freedom to be themselves, while working professionally and in accordance with equality legislation and University policies.

We recognise the value of flexible working arrangements and are open to discussion wherever possible.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University’s defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition – £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service – Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts – EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.
• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym membership discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support – Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers – Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan – Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.
• Generous Annual Leave
• Flexible & Agile Working – Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking – available across campuses.
• Cycle Benefits Scheme – Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Tusker Electric Vehicle Scheme – Electric cars via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts – Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts – Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development opportunities include:

• Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
• Library Access – Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme – Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level.
• Leadership and Management Development – Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.