Recruitment Assistant
Location: Wolverhampton Campus
Faculty/Department: Directorate of Recruitment and Partnerships
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £26,707 – £28,778 per annum
Closing Date: 22/07/2026
Job Reference: 14798
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About This Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our UK Recruitment Team. The UK Recruitment Assistant is a key role within our UK Recruitment and Partnerships Department.
You will support the delivery of key projects and activities of the recruitment operational action plan, feeding into the overarching University UK recruitment strategy with a focus on the Faculty of Art, Business and Social Sciences (FABSS).
The role will deliver activities outlined in faculty and course level recruitment action plans, covering the awareness to application stages of the prospect journey, respond to prospect enquiries regarding the faculty, and collaborate with colleagues in conversion and WP roles.
It is anticipated you will have a proactive and innovative approach to recruitment delivery in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver recruitment activities on and off campus, including attending HE fairs and national exhibitions.
- Work closely with schools and colleges, requiring travel within and outside the West Midlands region and occasionally throughout the UK.
- Respond to prospect enquiries and support activities for the faculty across the function.
- Maintain accurate data input in a CRM system and monitor KPIs for promotional activities.
Qualifications
- Understanding of the Higher Education student recruitment lifecycle for post‑18 and non‑traditional learners.
- Experience delivering promotional activity, including appropriate targeting and KPI monitoring, preferably in a classroom/training environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and act as an ambassador for the university.
- Proactive and innovative approach to recruitment delivery.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries.
- Standard Life pension scheme with employer contributions up to 12%.
- Long Service Recognition: £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 / 40 years of service.
- Free will writing service for employees and partners.
- IT & mobile discounts through EE Perk and software discounts.
- Wellbeing and mental health support: 24/7 access to EAP, free counselling, and wellbeing resources.
- Gym membership discounts at Walsall Campus and WV Active sites.
- Eyecare support: free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
- Flu vouchers: free flu vaccinations.
- Paycare health benefit plan covering optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
- Chaplaincy & prayer rooms: access to multi‑faith chaplaincy services.
- Generous annual leave.
- Flexible & hybrid working arrangements.
- Free on‑site parking across campuses.
- Cycle benefits scheme: up to 42% salary sacrifice on bikes and accessories.
- Tusker Electric Vehicle scheme: salary sacrifice electric cars.
- Employee discounts on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
- Travel discounts: up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.
- Training and development opportunities, including staff scholarship scheme and leadership & management development.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The University of Wolverhampton is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We prevent unlawful discrimination and harassment, promote equality of opportunity, and foster an inclusive environment where colleagues are treated with dignity and respect.
Artificial Intelligence Policy
Applicants may use AI tools to support application preparation, but submissions must reflect the applicant’s own experience and motivations.
Flexible Working
The University recognises the value of flexible working arrangements and is open to discussion wherever possible.
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