UK Student Recruitment Officer

Job title:  UK Student Recruitment Officer

Department: Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions

Contract Type:  Permanent, Full-time

Grade: 6

Location: Bloomsbury, London

Hours: 35

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East.  SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.

About the Role

Working as part of SOAS’s UK Student Recruitment team and reporting to Head of UK Student Recruitment, the UK Student Recruitment Officer will deliver a range of recruitment and outreach activities to engage prospective students and support the University’s UK student recruitment targets.

The role holder will build relationships with schools, colleges, teachers and careers advisers, deliver engaging information, advice and guidance presentations, and represent SOAS at recruitment events and exhibitions across London and nationally. They will also identify opportunities to encourage prospective students to visit the University and work closely with academic departments, the Access, Experience and Success (AES) team and student ambassadors to deliver effective student recruitment activities.

This role requires excellent oral and written communication skills, experience of engaging with prospective students or educational stakeholders, and the ability to deliver presentations and activities to a range of audiences. The role holder will be proactive and collaborative, with the ability to manage effective stakeholder and customer relationships, manage competing priorities and contribute to the delivery of the team’s recruitment objectives.

The role involves regular travel primarily in the South East, and some travel nationally for recruitment events, with occasional evening and weekend work required

About the Department

The Directorate of Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions (MSRA) delivers a professional and responsive service to the University, supporting the achievement of student number targets by recruiting and admitting well-qualified applicants.

This includes developing and delivering engaging marketing campaigns that communicate the values of SOAS and the benefits of studying here, alongside in-person recruitment across UK and international markets. Recruitment covers programmes delivered on campus, through distance and online learning, and via overseas partnerships.

The Admissions team aims to provide a professional, fair and efficient applicant experience, while advising academic departments on admissions processes and acting as the institutional repository for expertise on qualifications.

MSRA works closely with central professional services, including Partnerships, Registry, Accommodation, IT, Legal and Governance, and Estates, as well as teams across academic departments.

You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website

What We Offer:

We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your well-being and work-life balance:

• Generous Holiday Entitlement: Benefit from 44 days of holiday (30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 5 closure days over Christmas and Easter) to ensure ample time for rest and relaxation.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer options to help you manage your professional and personal commitments effectively.
• Generous occupational pension scheme: To provide financial security for your future
• Learning and Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth and development and offer diverse learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Health and Well-being Initiatives: Take advantage of our cycle to work scheme, eye tests, and season ticket loan to support your health and mobility.
• Enhanced Family Leave: We offer enhanced maternity, paternity & partner leave, and shared parental leave to support you during significant life events.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access our confidential EAP for advice and support whenever needed.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Maintain your fitness with our discounted gym membership.

How to Apply: 

Please complete the online application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement. 

Closing date: 6 November 2026                               

Interviews to be held: 19 November 2026

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Further information

Please note that the application system does not currently have a save-and-return feature. To avoid losing any information, we strongly encourage you to complete and submit your application in one sitting. Make sure you have all necessary details ready before you begin.

Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.

If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact us via the HR Contact Form | SOAS

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We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, Black, Asian, other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups from within the UK and beyond. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.