Job Description
ADMISSIONS OFFICER
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Division: Admissions
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Hours: 35.75 hours per week
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Grade: Grade 4 - £25,249 – £28,778
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Ref: CVHD00080A
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We are looking for an Admissions Officer to join our admissions team. You will be responsible for delivering a professional, customer focused service to applicants, staff and enquirers and for providing accurate and relevant advice on a range of subjects.
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You will process applications to both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, exercising sound judgement in the interpretation and application of published admissions criteria.
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You will have excellent written and spoken communication skills, coupled with well-developed organizational and IT skills. While working in a fast-paced environment, you will demonstrate high attention to detail in all tasks.
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Applications are welcomed from those with relevant administrative experience, preferably gained within a higher education or student recruitment environment.
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Should you wish to apply for the vacancy please visit our vacancies page download the job description and complete an application online.
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If you have any queries regarding the application process or require special assistance, please contact Human Resources by email.
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The closing date for this position is Wednesday, 14th October 2026.
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This role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UKVI to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. Therefore, we cannot progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.
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As a university, we are committed to the Researcher Development Concordat and were, in fact, the first Scottish Higher Education Institute (and part of the first UK cohort of institutes) to publicly declare our commitment to its principles.
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Queen Margaret University is committed to equality of opportunity for all by providing a supportive, flexible and inclusive working environment, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Please have a look at our Diversity, Wellbeing and Inclusion Calendar.
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We are proud to hold an Athena SWAN Bronze Award which recognises the advancement of gender equality at QMU. Find out more about Athena SWAN here. We have a number of family friendly policies and are happy to consider job share applications.
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Admissions Officer in Musselburgh employer: Queen Margaret University
Queen Margaret University is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. With a commitment to equality and diversity, the university fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in higher education. Located in a vibrant community, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and access to various resources aimed at enhancing their professional journey.
