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Salary: Grade 6 - £30,378 - £35,608 per annum depending on experience
Hours: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: Cirencester, GL7 6JS
Flexible working options considered
The Royal Agricultural University (RAU) has been at the forefront of agricultural education for 180 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land-based sector. Our graduates are equipped to address the global challenges that face us in the 21st century – climate change, food security, sustainable land use, biodiversity loss and heritage management.
Are you a people-person with a passion for education and events organisation? Do you thrive on the buzz of inspiring future students and building meaningful connections? If so, we want you on our team!
The RAU, nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, is seeking a proactive and creative Student Recruitment Officer to lead our undergraduate recruitment and conversion activities across the UK and Ireland. From open days and school visits to national recruitment fairs and virtual events, you’ll be at the forefront of showcasing what makes the RAU a truly unique place to study.
What You’ll Do
* Plan and deliver engaging recruitment events both on and off campus.
* Represent the RAU at UCAS fairs, school visits, and online platforms.
* Build strong relationships with schools, colleges, and key influencers.
* Deliver inspiring presentations to prospective students and their families.
* Use CRM tools to manage communications and track engagement.
* Support and supervise our brilliant team of Student Ambassadors.
What We’re Looking For
* A degree or equivalent experience.
* Proven experience in events, student recruitment, or outreach including the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously, ensuring seamless execution from planning to post-event debriefs.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* A confident presenter with a flair for engaging diverse audiences.
* A team player who’s also happy working independently and on the move.
* Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings/weekends.
Why the RAU?
You’ll join a supportive, forward-thinking External Relations team at a university with a proud heritage, a bold vision for the future and the chance to shape the student experience at one of the UK’s most distinctive institutions. We offer a competitive salary, a 35 – hour working week and a range of other generous benefits.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the RAU, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Closing date: Sunday 31 August 2025
Interviews: Friday 12 September 2025
The RAU is an equal opportunities employer and we particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the RAU at this level.
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