MBA Recruitment Manager - (8139)

Manchester Metropolitan University is a great university in a great global city. We are here to make an impact on Manchester, our nation and beyond, with a driving ambition to discover and disseminate knowledge, and make higher education accessible and beneficial to all those with the passion and ability to succeed.

Our business school holds three prestigious accreditations (AMBA, AACSB and EQUIS), placing us in the top one percent of global business schools.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven MBA Recruitment Manager to join our Recruitment and Admissions team and play a pivotal role in growing our MBA cohort with exceptional candidates.

The role

As the MBA Recruitment Manager, you will lead the development and implementation of strategic recruitment plans to attract high-calibre candidates to our AMBA accredited MBA programme. You will work closely with the MBA Director, marketing, recruitment and admissions teams to ensure the programmes visibility and appeal to prospective students.

Key responsibilities

 Develop and execute a comprehensive recruitment strategy to meet enrolment targets

• Identify and engage with prospective students through events, webinars, fairs and one to one consultation.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including corporate partners.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling content and campaigns that highlight the unique value of the MBA programme.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to inform recruitment strategies.
• Provide guidance and support to prospective students throughout the application process, to enrolment.
• Monitor and report on recruitment metrics, ensuring continuous improvement of strategies.
• Represent the university at events, conferences and networking opportunities 

What we're looking for

• Knowledge of student recruitment, marketing, sales or business development, preferably within higher education or related field.
• Experience of contributing to recruitment and marketing strategies
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to gain a strong understanding of the MBA market and the needs of prospective students.
• Ability to nurture leads and convert prospective candidates. 
• Ability and willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas. 

Location and working arrangements

This position will be based in our office in Manchester (6 Great Marlborough Street). Our teams currently work on a variable-hybrid basis, which is typically a minimum of two days in the office and three days remote.

How to apply

Applications should be submitted through our online portal, alongside a CV and detailed cover letter, explaining your suitability for the role and how you satisfy the criteria set out in the person specification.

Informal enquiries can be sent to Ashley Hall, Deputy Head of Admissions (a.hall@mmu.ac.uk)

Manchester Met University is committed to creating an intentionally inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We understand the importance of having a diverse workforce and the benefits it can bring to ensuring diversity of thought and innovation in everything we do. We, therefore, encourage applications from our local and international communities, in particular people from ethnic minority groups, disabled people and people who identify as LGBTQIA+.