Student Recruitment Events Officer (Maternity Cover)

About Us

At the University of East London (UEL), we’re more than just a place of education — we’re a dynamic hub of innovation, diversity, and transformation. Since 1898, we’ve been meeting the needs of an evolving world, and today we are in Year 5 of our ambitious Vision 2028 strategy — designed to future-proof our graduates and position UEL as a leader in Industry 5.0 careers-first education.

We’re shaping a sustainable, inclusive, and digital-first future. As part of our community, you’ll join an institution that celebrates talent, fosters innovation, and supports individuals from all backgrounds in their journeys towards meaningful impact.

Our External Relations Directorate brings together a powerful team of professionals working across Recruitment & Conversion, International, Marketing, Communications, Events & Advancement, Design & Digital, Outreach & Access, and Admissions.

Together, we deliver sector-leading, customer-focused experiences across the student journey. We're committed to an agile and collaborative working culture, rooted in innovation and a ‘continuous new’ mindset.

 About the Role

We are seeking a Student Recruitment Events Officer who will play a vital role in planning and delivering impactful recruitment events such as Open Days, Offer Holder Days, and other high-profile student-facing activities. You’ll be part of a vibrant team focused on engaging future students with memorable, tailored, and inclusive event experiences that reflect the UEL brand.

You will collaborate closely with academic schools, support services, and the wider External Relations team to design and execute experiences that resonate with our audiences — from prospective students to their influencers. Your creativity and attention to detail will be crucial in turning ideas into seamless, high-impact events.

Key Responsibilities

Lead on the delivery of flagship recruitment events including Open Days and Offer Holder Days.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure events meet strategic recruitment objectives.Innovate with content, experiences, and communications to create engaging, audience-focused events.Manage student ambassador teams, ensuring effective training, coordination, and representation during events.Oversee event logistics, supplier coordination, facilities liaison, and budget tracking.Use CRM systems to track engagement, manage event communications, and analyse outcomes.Monitor and evaluate event performance, gather feedback, and continuously enhance effectiveness.Ensure compliance with health & safety, data protection, and equality, diversity, and inclusion standards.

 About You

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, organised, and bursting with creative ideas. You’ll be confident managing multiple projects simultaneously, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy collaborating with a range of stakeholders to bring events to life.

You’ll also bring:

Experience in events planning, preferably in a marketing, education or student recruitment context.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage budgets and logistics.Familiarity with digital platforms, CRM systems, and online engagement tools.A commitment to inclusive practice and audience-focused delivery.

 

Benefits Package

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture.

We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and is proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion achievements, including a zero gender pay gap, membership in Stonewall, and winning Athena Swan awards. We expect all UEL employees to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

We're a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to join a University that values your outstanding skills and perspectives and is dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to explore a career with us. We are excited to welcome versatile individuals who are committed to advancing their careers while making a positive impact on the world.

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the deadline if we receive many applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

 

 

Closing Date: 13 May 2025

Team: Support - UELPS Ltd

Salary: £34,963 to £38,290 per annum inclusive of London Weighting