Head of Student Recruitment

1 week ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sheffield Hallam University Full time

Connect, develop and grow: join Sheffield Hallam University in London

Our Head of Student Recruitment (Sheffield Hallam University in London) role offers a unique opportunity to shape the educational landscape in one of the most dynamic cities in the world. Your vision and leadership will be crucial in establishing our new London campus as a leading destination for higher education. You will be at the forefront of developing and implementing a bold new strategy for student recruitment, conversion and widening access across all markets and levels of study.

Scheduled to open in Autumn 2026, our London campus at Brent Cross Town will offer high-demand subjects for up to 5,000 students by 2030. This campus will enhance our provision, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and lifelong learning opportunities, as well as apprenticeships, work-based learning and placements, across the London area.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership and Local Market Integration: Establish and grow our presence in the local market, develop robust recruitment pipelines, and create impactful recruitment strategies and tactical plans.
  • Build a High-Performing Team: Recruit, develop, and lead a team to achieve student recruitment and income targets.
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management: Develop partnerships with educational institutions and organisations; drive student engagement activities; and oversee future student relationship management.
  • Widening Access and Participation: Champion inclusive educational opportunities for diverse student populations and develop strategies in line with our Access and Participation plan. Foster collaborative partnerships across the region to enhance civic engagement.

About You

You are an exceptional leader with:

  • Significant experience in student recruitment and widening access strategies, within Higher Education
  • An innovative mindset
  • A collaborative spirit
  • A commitment to education and creating inclusive opportunities for all students.

Why Join Us?

Here at Sheffield Hallam, we work together every day to transform lives. We offer challenging and interesting work with friendly and helpful colleagues, as well as a range of benefits and an emphasis on sustainability. Our culture is on helping people develop and expand their knowledge and skills to progress their career. We are committed to equality, equity, diversity and inclusion- providing a supportive environment where all our people can achieve their potential.

If you're ready to lead and innovate in the world of student recruitment and you share our commitment to transforming lives, make Sheffield Hallam in London your next move.

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£63,327 to £69,837 dependent on experience (plus London allowance)



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