Admissions Manager

Location: London/Hybrid (4 days office)

Up to £45K base plus 10%

Roles and responsibilities

• This role is responsible for managing and overseeing efficient functioning of the undergraduate admissions processes across all programmes from application to admission.
• Ensuring the admissions processes and procedures are up to date and fit for purpose.
• Advising on the eligibility requirements and equivalences of qualifications in the UK and internationally.
• Advising on eligibility for scholarships and bursaries.
• Advising applicants and other stakeholders on the UKVI student route visa requirements.
• Managing applications, including UCAS and direct applications and processes.
• Monitoring and overseeing applications via the Tribal ebs student record system, checking applicants’ personal statements, qualifications, English Language ability and ensuring eligibility for the programmes.
• Scheduling interviews with academic staff.
• Interacting closely with student selection panels and evaluating the suitability of applicants to the programmes.
• Liaising with recruitment managers for the UK to ensure post-offer communications and follow-up.
• Preparing key communications to students including offer letters and joining instructions.
• Coordinating with Recruitment Manager for international applications regarding conversions and admissions requirements and processes.
• Providing weekly management information to the Senior Management Team.
• Providing website information updates regarding schedule, intake eligibility and other admissions related information and ensuring that it is compliant with CMA requirements.
• Other duties required by the Registrar commensurate to the role.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Evidence of relevant CPD.
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of the UK and international education environment.
• An in-depth understanding of the applicant journey from application to admission.
• A full understanding of UCAS end-to-end processes.
• Broad knowledge of UKVI regulations.
• Understanding of CMA requirements for HE.
• Evidence of decision-making skills.
• Experience of using a student record system.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Full understanding of GDPR and UKVI student visa processes.
• Ability to develop admissions strategy and processes that are effective and support the overall applicant experience.
• Excellent IT skills and ability to use HE IT systems to manage applications, make offers and communicate with applicants.
• Good analytical skills and the ability to use them to track and provide quantitative data to track offers and manage targets.
• Experience of delivering messages across various platforms specific to the demands of the audience including presenting to senior management.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Business Requirements

• Able to be effective in contributing to strategic thinking and in undertaking key operational tasks.
• Commitment to a performance culture, fostering continuous improvement and driving quality.
• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Commitment to own professional development.
• A master’s degree or relevant professional qualifications.
• Understanding of student finance.
• Tribal ebs system knowledge.