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International Recruitment Manager, University

Val Wade Recruitment
London Contract GBP 46,800 – 53,625
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International Admissions Operations Manager, University, temporary, up to 3 months initially, £24.00-£27.50 per hour plus holiday pay, hybrid

Renowned University needs experienced International Admissions Operations Manager to lead the operational delivery of the International Admissions function. This is a key leadership role focused on ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality processing of international applications across the student journey.

You will manage a team of admissions professionals, oversee complex admissions decisions, and ensure service level agreements are consistently met. The role also plays a key part in delivering a smooth applicant experience during peak periods such as Clearing and Confirmation.

Responsibilities include:

  • Lead the day-to-day operations of the International Admissions team

  • Manage, support, and develop admissions staff, including supervisory roles

  • Ensure applications are processed accurately and within SLA targets

  • Oversee complex admissions decisions, complaints, and appeals

  • Ensure compliance with UKVI, GDPR, CMA, and internal regulations

  • Drive process improvements and service enhancements

  • Deliver training on admissions processes and systems

  • Collaborate with faculties, recruitment, CAS operations, and student services

  • Support peak admissions activity including Clearing and Open Days

  • Deputise for senior leadership as required

Experience needed:
  • Experience in higher education admissions or international student recruitment

  • Proven experience managing or supervising teams

  • Strong understanding of UKVI and international admissions processes

  • Ability to manage high-volume, fast-paced operational environments

  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills

  • Comfortable working with data and admissions systems (e.g. Banner or similar)

Due to the large number of applications that we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Val Wade Recruitment are actively looking for applicants from underrepresented communities and pride ourselves as an equal opportunities’ employer and agency.

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