At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead student recruitment strategies and organise engaging events for prospective students.
- Company: Join the prestigious London School of Economics, a top global institution.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, hybrid working, and excellent training opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and management experience.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on future students' lives while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in student recruitment and strong planning skills required.
The predicted salary is between 43277 - 51714 £ per year.
LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is one of the world’s leading institutions for the study of the social sciences. With 21 Nobel Prize winners, 40 past or present heads of state and ranking among the top 10 universities in the world for the social sciences (QS 2025), LSE is a truly international university at the forefront of global policy debate.
The Student Recruitment and Study Abroad team has primary responsibility for:
- Student Recruitment – Delivery of activities that will achieve application targets for Home and International recruitment in line with the School’s strategic objectives.
- Study Abroad and Exchanges – Management of the School’s year-long study abroad programme (The General Course) and the Global Opportunities (GO) LSE student exchange programme.
The Student Recruitment and Events Officer (Home) leads on the development and implementation of the student recruitment strategy to achieve the School’s application targets for Home students. Leading on engagement with prospective undergraduate students and UK schools and teachers, this role will be central to the planning and delivery of engaging on-campus, off-campus and virtual events, including Open Days and Offer Holder Days. The postholder will work closely with colleagues across LSE as well as maintaining and building strong relationships with schools, colleges and other external stakeholders. The role also includes line management responsibility for one member of staff, offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced manager or someone looking to take their first step into people management.
The Successful Candidate Should Have:
- Knowledge of the operating environment for Home student recruitment
- Experience in delivering in-person student recruitment/outreach activities
- Ability to plan and deliver work to explicit deadlines
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working and excellent training and development opportunities.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 6 September 2026. Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications. This position will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Any offer of employment made is conditional on receipt of a satisfactory DBS check.
Student Recruitment and Events Officer (Home) in London employer: The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With competitive salaries and the flexibility of hybrid working conditions, LSE prioritises employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and professional development. Working at LSE not only provides a chance to contribute to a prestigious institution but also to be part of a community dedicated to shaping future leaders in economics and social sciences.
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