Manager, Student Recruitment - School Leaver at RMIT University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Student Recruitment, Stakeholder Engagement, Data-Driven Strategy, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Relationship Building, Digital Capability, Planning, Decision-Making, Team Leadership, Event Management, Outreach Programs, Market Insights, Engagement, Education Sector Knowledge, Community Engagement

Industry

Education Management

Description

Overview: Full-time Fixed Term position until 30th October 2026 HEW8 Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working We are seeking an experienced Student Recruitment Manager (School Leaver) to play a key leadership role in driving RMIT’s domestic secondary school leaver recruitment strategy across Vocational Education and Undergraduate programs. You will lead the development and delivery of high-impact recruitment initiatives that build awareness, engagement and applications from prospective students. You will bring together market insights, stakeholder engagement and data-driven strategy to support RMIT’s growth priorities and deliver strong recruitment outcomes. This role is responsible for managing high-value relationships with secondary schools, parents, community organisations and government partners, while working closely with teams across Experience, Marketing, Admissions and the University Colleges. You will also oversee school engagement activities, events and outreach programs, ensuring a high-quality experience for prospective students and key influencers. About You You are a confident people leader with strong experience in student recruitment or engagement within an education environment. You bring a deep understanding of the secondary and tertiary sectors and have a proven ability to build trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You will also have: Demonstrated experience leading and supporting staff in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capability Experience using data and insights to inform planning and decision-making High digital capability and the ability to adapt quickly to new systems and tools Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (or equivalent experience) Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Kate Tangas via email kate.tangas@rmit.edu.au Position Description – Manager, Student Recruitment Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. #LI-Hybrid Applications Close: 1 Feb 2026 11.59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Culture Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together. Imagination. Integrity. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion. What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other. Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices. Find out what makes RMIT a great place to work

Responsibilities

The role involves leading the development and delivery of recruitment initiatives to enhance awareness and applications from prospective students. It also includes managing relationships with secondary schools, parents, and community organizations.