This role of Senior Admissions Officer is the perfect role for a confident operational leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, people‑centred environment.
You’ll shape high‑quality admissions processes across markets, lead and develop teams, and make a direct impact on applicant experience.
It’s a role with real influence - coordinating complex cycles, improving systems, driving data quality, and partnering with academic and professional services colleagues to solve problems early.
If you enjoy variety, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement, this is a rewarding opportunity to help deliver the University’s recruitment ambitions.
Sheffield Hallam is a large, ambitious, and proudly civic university. With a mission to create opportunity, transform lives, and drive positive change for our students, partners, and the wider region, we take a strategic and coordinated approach to strengthening our profile, reputation, and student recruitment. Our Recruitment, Communications and Marketing (RCM) Directorate sits at the heart of this ambition.
The Directorate leads the University’s work to attract, engage, and support prospective students across all markets, while shaping how Sheffield Hallam communicates with its diverse audiences. Our remit is broad and high‑impact, encompassing:
Strategic communications , including internal and external communications, media relations, and regional and national engagement
Brand and corporate marketing , including oversight of the University brand, digital presence, and website
Student marketing, recruitment and admissions , ensuring a seamless and compelling experience from first enquiry to enrolment
Access and widening participation , including leadership of funded initiatives such as UniConnect
Schools and colleges engagement , building strong, long‑term relationships with educators and communities
Events , from large‑scale University occasions to targeted recruitment activities
Alumni engagement , supporting lifelong relationships with our global graduate community
Joining RCM means contributing to work that directly influences the University’s success and impact. You will be part of a collaborative, creative and forward‑thinking team committed to delivering excellence and ensuring Sheffield Hallam continues to stand out as an inclusive, innovative and sector‑leading institution.
We offer a diverse range of benefits and opportunities to pursue a rewarding and fulfilling career in a supportive environment.
Sheffield Hallam welcomes applications from all candidates irrespective of age, pregnancy and maternity, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, or marital or civil partnership status.
We welcome applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements
For this job we particularly welcome applications from minority ethnic applicants who are underrepresented in this area/ this type of job at Sheffield Hallam.
The role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route so if you are an international applicant, you will need to ensure you have an appropriate visa to evidence the necessary right to work in the UK.
To find out more, take a look at our guide to applying.
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