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Head of UK Student Recruitment & School (REDEPLOYMENT APPLICANTS ONLY)

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Please note: This role is only open to redeployees at City St George's. Applications from individuals who are not redeployees will not be considered at this time.
City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology. Our students are at the heart of everything that we do, and we are committed to supporting them to pursue their career and personal ambitions.

Our research is engaged, at the frontier of practice and has a positive impact on the world around us.

External Relations positions City St George’s as a leading university for business, practice and the professions, aligned to Vision & Strategy 2035. Bringing together marketing, communications, recruitment and admissions, the Directorate shapes a clear and compelling identity for the merged institution and drives growth in student recruitment, reputation and global reach.

Alongside targeted student recruitment, conversion and international expansion, External Relations amplifies the University’s research strengths, real‑world impact and contribution to society - strengthening brand equity and deepening trust with partners, policymakers and the public.

Through integrated marketing, strategic communications and high‑performing recruitment and admissions activity, the Directorate enhances City St George’s external profile, builds stakeholder confidence and ensures the University is recognised as a first‑choice destination for students and a valued civic institution in a competitive global landscape.


As a senior leader within External Relations, the Head of UK Student Recruitment & Schools’ Liaison ensures high-quality representation of the University across the UK, strong relationships with key educational partners, and a positive experience for prospective students, advisers and influencers, while leading a multi-functional team and managing a significant recruitment budget. The role provides national representation for UK student recruitment, acting as the University’s authoritative external and internal voice on UK recruitment matters. The role carries primary accountability for UK recruitment performance at institutional level, with direct impact on income, School viability and the University’s reputation.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience in UK student recruitment, schools and colleges engagement, and leading high-performing teams within higher education. They will possess strong knowledge of the UK recruitment landscape, UCAS processes, admissions and conversion activity, alongside excellent stakeholder management, communication and analytical skills. The postholder will demonstrate strategic planning, budget management, data-informed decision making, and a commitment to inclusion, continuous improvement, sustainability, and delivering an outstanding prospective student experience.

Closing date for applications: 15th November 2026 at 11:59pm

Interviews are scheduled to take place in the two weeks after applications have closed.

The selection process will involve an interview and presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage.

City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.

The University of business, practice and the professions

Please note: This role is only open to redeployees at City St George's. Applications from individuals who are not redeployees will not be considered at this time.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to RecruitmentCoordinators@citystgeorges.ac.uk with the job title and reference number, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification

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Applicant Pack - 2026.08.01.pdf

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