Student Recruitment & Conversion Manager

Are you passionate about international education? Do you thrive in a target-driven environment where you can make a real impact? Are you ready to help students achieve their goals? We are currently looking for a Student Recruitment & Conversion Manager to join our team in Manchester! Imagine working on a vibrant university campus where every day presents new opportunities to influence international student journeys and build strong relationships across international markets. If you want to be part of this exciting sector, this is your chance to shine. Hours of Work: full time 37.5 hours per week Student Recruitment & Conversion Manager Duties: As a Student Recruitment & Conversion Manager, you will support the delivery of our international student recruitment strategy by developing innovative campaigns, managing key stakeholder relationships, and optimising the applicant experience from initial enquiry through to enrolment. You will coordinate with internal teams, agents, and university partners to build pipelines, maximise enrolments, and ensure a seamless conversion process that enhances student satisfaction and organisational success. Student Recruitment & Conversion Manager Requirements: Essential • Degree qualified (or equivalent professional experience) • Proven experience in international student recruitment, with strong understanding of recruitment activities, pipeline management, and conversion strategies • Highly confident communicator and presenter, able to engage a range of stakeholders • Demonstrated ability to work effectively across teams and functions • Track record of building and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders • Experience of developing and delivering campaigns that drive measurable recruitment outcomes • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make commercially sound decisions • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines • Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong problem-solving capability • Experience managing team members • Understanding of UKVI regulations and compliance requirements Desirable • Experience working within a UK higher education or pathway provider environment • Experience of budget management and ROI evaluation • Language skills • Marketing qualification Student Recruitment & Conversion Manager Benefits: • Salary in the range of £34,000 - £38,000, commensurate with experience • Permanent contract following successful probation period • Hybrid working model, typically 3 days in the Manchester office • Opportunities for professional development within a thriving educational environment Who We Are and What We Do? Manchest