At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and scale the admissions function for a purpose-driven education organisation.
- Company: Fast-growing organisation focused on education, mentoring, and career development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a mission-led team at a pivotal stage of growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education while shaping the future of aspiring professionals.
- Qualifications: Experience in student recruitment and a strategic mindset.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
This is a rare opportunity to build and scale a high-impact admissions function within a fast-growing, purpose-driven organisation operating at the intersection of education, mentoring, and early-career development.
Our client is a fast-growing organisation supporting local and international students as they transition into the world of work, as well as established professionals looking for a potential change in their current career. Combining personalised mentoring, thought leadership, and a growing programme offering, the business has developed a strong reputation for helping individuals build confidence, clarity, and meaningful career direction.
As demand continues to grow, the organisation is now entering its next phase of expansion, with a clear ambition to scale its reach and impact. As part of this growth, they are now seeking an exceptional Director of Admissions to lead and evolve their recruitment strategy, building a scalable admissions engine while maintaining a high-quality candidate experience.
The role:
- Take full ownership of the admissions function, leading the end-to-end local and international student recruitment strategy.
- Develop and execute targeted outreach strategies across schools, sixth forms, universities, and graduate communities, building and managing relationships with schools, careers services, parents, and student networks.
- Develop and execute targeted strategies to appeal to professionals with already established careers looking for a potential change in career direction.
- Oversee the admissions journey from enquiry to enrolment.
- Represent the organisation at education fairs, partner events, and thought leadership forums.
- Work closely with marketing to shape outreach campaigns and lead generation.
- Report on performance metrics and refine the admissions process.
- Contribute insight to programme development and student needs.
Skills and experience required:
- Proven experience in student recruitment, admissions, or widening participation in educational programmes.
- Strong understanding of the education-to-career journey.
- Strategic mindset with strong operational execution.
- Confident communicator across students, parents, and institutions.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a genuine commitment to education.
- Knowledge of UCAS, school-university pipelines, and employability programmes is highly desirable.
This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-led organisation at a pivotal stage of growth. If you are passionate about education and excited by the opportunity to build a high-performing admissions function, we would love to hear from you.
This is a hybrid role, with three days a week based in the London office. A competitive salary plus benefits is on offer, depending on experience.
Director of Admissions - High-Growth Education & Mentoring Organisation - £Competitive - London (Hybrid) in City of London employer: Portman Scott
Join a dynamic and purpose-driven organisation that is at the forefront of transforming education and career development. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have the opportunity to shape a high-impact admissions function while enjoying a supportive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Located in London, this hybrid role offers competitive compensation and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and professionals alike.
