Applicant Engagement Officer

1 month ago


Reading, United Kingdom University of Reading Full time

**Help to make us THE choice, not just one of five **

You will develop, commission & co-ordinate the timely delivery of applicant engagement activities primarily for the University’s undergraduate applicants and in doing so, showcasing the facilities, opportunities and experience of studying at the University of Reading to encourage offer holders to go on to enrol at the University.

This role, which is offered on a fixed-term basis until March 2024, will support the work of the Global Recruitment and Admissions team through contributing to the ongoing development of our multi-faceted conversion campaigns whilst also acquiring an understanding of admissions processes, procedures and policies to on occasion support wider recruitment and admissions work within the function.

You will have a demonstrable interest in admissions and recruitment to higher education, engaging with prospective students, project management, customer service, events set up and co-ordination and copy writing.

You will have:

- Knowledge of the student applicant journey at a Higher Education institution, ideally within the UK
- The willingness and ability to work effectively and accurately under pressure and to tight deadlines
- The ability to engage with colleagues and applicants clearly, persuasively and with confidence
- A positive approach and a desire to find workable solutions to issues
- An understanding of marketing principles and/or university admissions processes
- Experience of generating content for the web ideally with knowledge of content management systems
- Experience of events management with a particular focus on set up and communications as well as gathering post event feedback.

**Interview date: TBC**

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**Informal contact details**

**Alternative informal contact details**

**Contact role**:
Applicant Engagement Officer

**Contact role**:
Senior Applicant Engagement Manager

**Contact name**:
Charlotte Jex

**Contact name**:
Beth Reed

**Contact phone**:
0118 378 4788

**Contact phone**:
0118 378 3898

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.



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