International Foundation Programme / Year Recruitment Manager
Job Description
Closing Date: 23:59 GMT on Friday, 23 May 2025
Interview Date: Scheduled for 13 June 2025
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Pathway Recruitment Specialist – International Foundation Programmes
Global Student Recruitment Team
University of Reading
We are seeking a motivated and strategic professional to join our Global Student Recruitment Team in a newly created role that reflects the growing importance of pathway recruitment.
Working in close partnership with the International Study and Language Institute (ISLI), you will lead on a dynamic programme of stakeholder engagement designed to meet ambitious undergraduate pathway recruitment targets, specifically for the International Foundation Programmes (IFP) and International Foundation Year (IFY).
This role requires a broad skill set and deep understanding of the international higher education recruitment landscape. You will be confident working with both internal and external stakeholders and bring a proactive, solution-focused approach to your work.
About You
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Significant experience in the higher education sector, with specific expertise in International Foundation pathways
- Commercial awareness and proven success in achieving recruitment and conversion targets
- Experience executing effective sales and conversion strategies
- The ability to understand customer needs and influence decision-making aligned with a clear value proposition
- A strong grasp of the international student recruitment landscape and its unique challenges
- Experience using CRM systems for managing engagement and tracking performance
Contact for Enquiries
Shu Zhang
Senior Regional Manager
Email: shu.zhang@reading.ac.uk
Why Join Us?
The University of Reading is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment for all staff. We proudly support the Athena SWAN Charter, the Race Equality Charter, and LGBT+ equality, and are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2).
We welcome applications from candidates seeking job-share, part-time, or flexible working arrangements, which will be considered in line with business needs.
