International Recruitment Officer Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 per annum Employment type: Permanent (We are hiring for 2 roles) Hours per week: 37 Reporting into: International Director of Student recruitment Department: Global Development Office Click here to read the full job description and view our excellent benefits here This role operates on a hybrid working arrangement that will require regular travel into our UK locations listed below when required. Travel each week will fluctuate in line with business requirements. Travel will be required into the following locations: Coventry head office Birmingham campus Leeds campus Nottingham campus Manchester campus London area (Tower Hill, Holborn & Ealing) Our working model arrangements are a non-contractual benefit so please note that an Arden work location is added to our employment contracts. About Arden University : We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through our passion for innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines, forge worldwide partnerships, and expand our locations. About our Department : Arden’s newly created Global Development Office is responsible for driving the international agenda within the institution, with a focus on international student recruitment and partnerships. The Global Development Office, is structured into 3 intertwined areas: - International Recruitment International Admissions and Conversion International Partnerships About the Opportunity: Working within Arden’s Global Development Office, the post holder will be responsible for developing and delivering plans for international student recruitment in key selected regions as well as providing support to other activities which are delivered within the Office. You will be expected to undertake a considerable amount of travel both in the UK and overseas. The International Recruitment Officer will involve close collaboration with colleagues in Arden University, and wider professional service departments in order to support student recruitment to the Arden University. About You: We are looking for an experienced International Recruitment Officer, with a deep understanding of international recruitment practices, and a proven track record of implementing student engagement in a higher education setting. You will need to:- Take ownership and lead on international recruitment, from specific regions / countries to meet targets and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Develop relationships with key stakeholders in specific regions to support recruitment Assess qualifications, process applications, and maintain accurate student records (SITS). Develop and communicate admissions criteria and country-specific requirements. Collaborate with recruitment teams on entry standards, agent performance, and compliance. Provide data analysis on application trends and contribute to applicant communication strategies. Stay current with sector regulations, trends and support initiatives to promote Arden globally. Essential requirements: Proven experience in international student recruitment, ideally with experience in key regions / markets, including: - South Asia CIS Africa Europe Degree or equivalent experience Strong cross-cultural communication and content creation skills. A strategic, data-informed mindset with attention to detail. Experience managing multi-channel campaigns and recruitment activities. An inclusive approach and understanding of international student needs and journeys from previous roles. Strong collaboration and student engagement skills. Flexible approach to working, including willingness to undertake international travel minimum of 12 weeks per year as well as evening and weekend working as required Desirable requirements: Marketing or business postgraduate or vocational qualification (ie. CIM or IDM) Campaign development and implementation, evaluation and adjustment to maximise return on investment. Knowledge of current issues and trends within higher education, particularly those connected with international recruitment Why Arden: At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from: 30 days holiday + bank holidays on-top, and even a Christmas closure! A generous Aviva pension plan, company contributions starting from 7% SimplyHealth plan option Private Medical Insurance Access to Perkbox benefits Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for all family and friends Plus, other excellent benefits Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education Our Values: Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines and locations. Closing Date: Monday 26th May 2025 Interviews to be held : Week commencing 9th June 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible. If you are a current Arden student or have an upcoming course with us, you are not eligible to apply for Student Experience roles due to a conflict of interest related to system access. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion: Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means that if you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you wish to be considered under this scheme, you can indicate via the application form below. By doing so, you are also consenting for this information to be shared with the hiring team. For more details on what qualifies as a disability under the Disability Equality Act 2010, please refer to the guidance here . As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and actively welcome applications from all groups. Sponsorship statement: Please be aware that some roles may not meet the points requirement for a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points-based immigration system. However, we welcome applications from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but may be eligible for a visa through an alternative route.. Location : London, England, United Kingdom