Senior Postgraduate Admissions Co-Ordinator

Job Description

About the role

The University of Sussex Admissions Office needs a Senior Admissions Coordinator. This person will help keep the postgraduate admissions process running efficiently and professionally. It is smooth too.

You would report to one of three Senior Postgraduate Admissions Coordinators. Your main job involves making sure applicants get selected quickly, fairly, and accurately. Some responsibilities cover making admission decisions and reviewing them. You provide guidance to the core team of Admissions Coordinators and Academic Reviewers. You lead certain functions during the admissions cycle. Plus, you support, motivate, and manage staff. All this ensures applicants have a great experience from application right through to arrival.

The Admissions Office feels friendly but fast-paced. There are about 40 staff members handling Undergraduate Admissions, Postgraduate Admissions, and Scholarships. The Associate Director of Global Admissions oversees everything.

About you

We want someone welcoming and friendly with solid communication skills, both written and verbal. You need to show a strong commitment to top-notch customer service. Look for administrative experience in a busy office setting, preferably in higher education. Experience with postgraduate admissions processes is key. You should have excellent organizational skills, the kind that lets you multitask and hit tight deadlines. Teamwork matters, but so does working independently and taking initiative. Knowledge of UK, EU, and international qualifications helps a lot. Be aware of UKVI and Student Visa processes. Working with applicants from diverse international backgrounds counts. Knowledge of fee status classification and assessment would be nice to have.

About the division

The Communications, Engagement and Advancement division, or CEA, helps the university succeed. It supports recruitment and retention strategies. It builds long-term relationships with alumni and international partners. It also advises on growth strategies for the institution. This division plays a big part in letting Sussex’s research and global engagement flourish.

For more info, check out the Communications, Engagement and Advancement page at the University of Sussex website.

Why work here

The campus sits right next to the South Downs. It covers 150 acres and offers a beautiful, accessible place to work. You get convenient access through Falmer train station and campus bus stops. There are dedicated cycling paths, and a cycle-to-work scheme too. Sussex is a research-led university with international recognition. Staff like you make that happen.

Learn more about rewards and benefits. Also, see the equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.

Further information

The University of Sussex values diversity. It encourages applications from all backgrounds.

All work must happen in the UK.

Visa sponsorship

This role might qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. But roles graded below 5.5 or paying under £33,400 per year do not. For details, look at the Skilled Worker Visa information.

Application information

Closing date is 14 October 2025 at 3:59 PM.

Interview date is the week starting 20 October 2025.

Expected start date is as soon as possible.

Contract duration does not apply.

If you need adjustments during selection or have portal issues, email recruitmentadministration@sussex.ac.uk. Or call 01273 873743.

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