Student Recruitment & Admissions Director

We are seeking a visionary Director of Student Recruitment and Admissions to play a pivotal role in driving Kingston University’s ambitious growth plans. In this high-impact position, you will lead the development and execution of a market-led, strategic approach to increasing student numbers, elevating the University’s profile, and delivering innovative marketing and recruitment programmes.

As a key contributor to our strategy, you will work collaboratively across the University, building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners. You will inspire a talented team to deliver dynamic, cutting-edge content and a best-in-class applicant experience that strengthens student recruitment and ensures we meet our ambitious targets.

The Person

You are a strategic leader with a deep understanding of the student recruitment and admissions landscape in higher education. Your leadership experience, gained in a relevant institution, has equipped you to oversee large-scale recruitment operations while ensuring alignment with institutional objectives. You have a proven ability to drive results in a competitive environment, with a track record of developing and implementing successful recruitment strategies that deliver growth. You possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to work effectively across diverse teams and engage with a wide range of stakeholders.

Directorate/Function

The University

At Kingston University, we take pride in our dynamic, multicultural community, where students from all walks of life come together in a supportive and inclusive environment. Nestled along a picturesque riverside and home to the iconic, award-winning Town House, our campus offers a blend of natural beauty and cutting-edge facilities. We provide an extensive range of innovative undergraduate and postgraduate programs, carefully crafted to empower students with the skills, knowledge, and adaptability essential for success in the ever-evolving landscape of the 21st-century workforce.

Our Town House Strategy, inspired by our award-winning Town House building, is a long-term vision that aims to redefine higher education. Through our sector-leading Future Skills campaign, we are committed to preparing students for the future world of work, enhancing research and knowledge exchange, fostering collaboration with local communities and industries, and contributing to a more sustainable society.

The Student Directorate

The wider directorate’s key aim within the strategy is to deliver a seamless, high-quality experience for all current and future students to ensure they are “sought after”, supporting their participation, attainment, and success before, during and after their time at Kingston. This in turn will create a culture of high performance that is inclusive, innovative, ambitious and enterprising.

Why Join Us? Kingston University is an innovative institution with a clear and ambitious strategy for the future. If you are passionate about shaping the future of higher education, driving student success, and contributing to a dynamic and forward-thinking university, we encourage you to apply.

Further information

This is a full-time permanent position with a starting salary of £91,315 - £111,422.

Interviews are scheduled for Tuesday 03 December 2024.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. 

To apply click on ‘Apply Now’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.