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SalaryFull time permanent
Location: York
Salary: £32,982 to £38,205 per annum
Introduction to YSJ University
Located in the heart of the historic city of York, YSJ University has a distinguished reputation as a leading higher education provider. With the addition of our London Campus, we offer a thriving community with a strong sense of belonging. Our success is built on our quality academic teaching and research, professional and pastoral support, and our commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and ambition.
The Team
This role is part of the YSJ Global Team at our York campus. YSJ Global is multi-disciplinary directorate that consists of operational teams including: International Student Recruitment and Conversion, Overseas Partnerships, Student Support, Marketing and Communications, Admissions, Visa and Compliance and the International Programmes Team. Our core function is to progress the international social mobility of students at York St John University.
The Role
The Global Recruitment & Conversion Manager role involves leading strategic international student recruitment efforts, overseeing admissions processes, and driving conversion initiatives.
Responsibilities include managing international UCAS and direct student admissions, organising outreach events and utilising CRM systems for targeted communication to enhance recruitment strategies among other key initiatives.
Required skills and experience
The Global Recruitment & Conversion Manager role requires substantial experience in international student recruitment and admissions within UK higher education, along with expertise in managing admissions pipelines and implementing targeted conversion initiatives.
Strong line management skills, knowledge of visa regulations, and proficiency in CRM systems are essential. Additionally, advanced IT skills, marketing expertise, and excellent communication abilities are necessary to engage diverse audiences effectively.
The post holder must possess strong analytical and organisational skills to drive strategic recruitment efforts and ensure compliance with UKVI regulations. Adaptability, determination and a commitment to fair access to higher education are key attributes that will ensure our organisational objectives are delivered.
Additional Information
This position may require domestic and international travel, as well as periods of work away from home.
For informal inquiries, please contact Kyle Henry (Head of Global Recruitment and Conversion) at
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities to support staff from different backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
Application process support
Before starting your application please refer to the attached 'candidate guidance document' which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that ChatGPT can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and for additional costs
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Closing Date - Monday 29 April 2024 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Friday 17 May 2024
