Admissions Officer at University of Salford

Salford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Sep, 26

Salary

33002.0

Posted On

03 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Admissions Management, Customer Service, Stakeholder Management, Attention To Detail, Regulatory Compliance, Higher Education Administration, Decision Making, Business Process Improvement

Industry

Higher Education

Description

About the Team Working closely with colleagues in Student Administration, the Admissions Team is responsible for managing relations with applicants, and for providing expert support and advice for UK, EU and International applicants across UG, PG and other student categories (including part-time, modular, partnerships and distance-learning). The admissions process spans managing enquiries and applications through to registration. The Admissions Team works closely with colleagues in Schools to facilitate the achievement of recruitment targets. The team is responsible for the constant refinement and improvement of business processes and supporting systems to ensure the most effective admission of new students and the best possible applicant experience. This team is responsible for ensuring all processes and systems are compliant with regulatory bodies including UCAS and the UKVI. This opportunity is not eligible for skilled worker visa sponsorship The Role This is a fixed term, 6 month role and we are looking for candidates who can accommodate an immediate start. We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our Central Admissions Team. Reporting to an Admissions Supervisor, you will play a key role in making decisions on either undergraduate or postgraduate applications for a designated academic area. You will have a keen eye for detail and be responsible for ensuring that all applications are dealt with in a timely and consistent manner. The role involves building and maintaining excellent working relationships with colleagues in academic areas, with a strong focus on customer service across a wide range of stakeholders. The successful candidate will ideally have experience of admissions in a higher education setting or suitable transferable skills. The University is keen to encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates, offering a flexible approach to working wherever possible. The Admissions Team currently has a hybrid method of working, with 2 full days on campus, though this may be subject to change. If you would like more information before you apply or discuss your personal circumstances then please contact David Pollitt on D.A.Pollitt@salford.ac.uk. Please ensure you provide evidence in your cover letter/personal statement of how you meet the criteria in the attached person specification. What’s in it for you? * Competitive Salary & Pension: Enjoy a competitive salary with an excellent pension scheme. * Generous Annual Leave: Benefit from 32 days of annual leave, with the option to buy additional days. * Flexible Working: A culture of flexible and agile working to help you balance work and life. * Community & Diversity: Join a diverse community where differences are valued, and everyone shares a passion for improving students’ lives. * Wellbeing Support: Enjoy wellbeing services, including counselling, an Employee Assistance Program, and discounted gym memberships. * Staff Networks: Join staff networks that support colleagues from different equity groups, especially those protected by the Equality Act 2010. Please note this advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Job Description [https://iahgme.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/cs/idcplg?IdcService=GET_FILE&fldFile=fFileGUID:50827E054EB0D4058E5870F1CDE70966&fldBrowsingMode=contribution] Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development. All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life. And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you. At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.

Responsibilities

Manage relations with applicants and make decisions on undergraduate or postgraduate applications for designated academic areas. Ensure all admissions processes are compliant with regulatory bodies such as UCAS and UKVI.