Head of Admissions and Access - Stirling, United Kingdom - University of Stirling

University of Stirling

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Stirling, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Post Details
Full time
Open ended

Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 10 October 2023.

There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK.

For the purposes of sponsorship, this is a role under SOC code 2317.

The Post

Admissions & Access sits within the Directorate for Communications, Marketing and Recruitment (CMR) and provides a fully centralised, professional admission service, responsive to customers and stakeholders.

The primary objective of this new role is to work in collaboration with colleagues to provide leadership across all aspects of the Admissions process including providing advice and guidance to senior management to support the on-going development and future proofing of the University's Admissions service.

The post-holder will help identify and manage a programme of work designed to enhance the overall applicant experience, customer service standards and digital infrastructure, to ensure the University is able to meet both regulated and unregulated student intakes targets and deliver on the student recruitment ambitions as set out in the University Strategic Plan.

Description of Duties

In collaboration with the Director of Admissions & Access, and Head of Admissions Operations, provide strategic leadership in all aspects of the University's admissions process for undergraduate, postgraduate, research degrees, short courses, online, study abroad, TNE (Transnational Education) and Access to Degree programmes
Work with the Head of Admissions Operations to plan, manage and review the UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) lifecycle
Develop and deliver an exceptional, customer focussed endto end applicant experience, informed by stakeholder feedback, applicant behaviour, and competitor benchmarking
Deliver high quality management reporting, providing insight and guidance on sector developments to inform University strategy and decision making
Horizon scan for opportunities and initiatives, including new product development and technologies, including engaging with relevant thirdparty suppliers
Manage strategic systems developments, ensuring each admissions intake is responsive to market dynamics and University priorities, including the development of applicant portals, the use of machinelearning, and AI technologies
Develop a strong culture of customer service within the team through regular meetings and performance review, identifying and addressing training requirements where necessary
Work with INTO Stirling, our oncampus provider of academic and English pathway programmes to support and enhance the transition and joining experience from INTO pathways and Pre-Sessional English routes
Work with the Director of Admissions & Access to develop strategic areas of Admissions & Access policy and practice, including those concerned with delivering on the University's widening participation priorities
Ensure Admissions processes and published information is compliant with the University Admissions Policy, the QAA Quality Code, UUK Code of Practice, GDPR, CMA and UKVI
Be responsible for the management of a contingency plan to ensure business continuity
Represent Admissions & Access and the University at internal and external committees and working groups
Provide line management for the Head of Admissions Operations
Deputise for the Director of Admissions & Access, as required

Essential Criteria

Degree or equivalent experience
Substantial experience of working in a senior position in a student recruitment and admissions environment, with a proven trackrecord of excellent service delivery and outcomes, responsive to customer needs and expectations
Demonstrable knowledge of the higher education
A proven ability to lead and motivate teams; a committed mentor, people developer and team builder with a confirmed capability to work effectively in a teambased organisation, collaborate crossfunctionally and internationally, exercise influence at all levels and build alignment around a common vision
A strategic thinker, able to demonstrate innovation and effectiveness in addressing challenges, combined with strong planning and implementation skills
Proven ability to lead and manage change, engaging and motivating others to support new innovations and development
Ability to network and build meaningful relationships with senior stakeholders, both internal and external, and to maintain strong working partnerships
Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to synthesise, present and explain complex information clearly and accurately
Excellent analytical and numeracy skills, with the ability to present insightful analysis, to inform policy and strategic decisionmaking
Ability to research and solve complex problems using initiative and creativity, and identify practical and innovative solutions

Desirable Criteria