Birmingham City University
International Admissions and Conversion Officer
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International Admissions and Conversion Officer
International Admissions and Conversion Officer
Location: Joseph Priestley Building Salary: £32,006 to £35,331 per annum Post Type: Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: 23:59 BST on Sunday 12 July 2026 Reference: M126017-R
BCU is a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 30,000 students from more than 100 countries. We deliver a transformational educational experience, support world-class research, and foster a collaborative working environment. Our student body reflects Birmingham’s multicultural and ethnically diverse population, with a significant number of students from underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds. It is our responsibility to challenge deficit narratives and recognise students’ assets and potential.
We are seeking an International Admissions and Conversion Officer to support Marketing, Recruitment, and Communications in delivering high-quality services across the University.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing large volumes of applications with efficiency and accuracy
- Collaborating with academic tutors and external stakeholders (e.g., UCAS, agents, schools, and colleges)
- Representing the wider admissions department at open events
- Ensuring effective communications with admissions tutors for advice and guidance
- Managing applicant enquiries via email, post, and telephone within agreed deadlines, contributing to the Enquiries Team’s responses and FAQs
- Supporting interview and audition processes, including necessary checks for UKVI compliance
- Assisting in the Confirmation and Clearing processes
- Offering support to the Department, particularly in internal/external events and corporate activities
- Processing admissions decisions in compliance with UKVI regulations
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Essential Requirements
- Degree-level education or equivalent, with English and Mathematics at GCSE level
- Proven experience with administrative systems, particularly high-volume and accurate data processing in a customer-facing role
- Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
- Conscientious customer focus and ability to manage international recruitment agents with respect and sensitivity
- Organisational skills and capacity to work efficiently under pressure
- Attention to detail and accuracy in work
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Flexible team player with excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse student community
- Expertise in work processing and keyboard skills, including:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
- Experience with relational databases, such as SITS
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Desirable Requirements
- Prior experience in processing applications and assessing eligibility, ideally in an international education context
- Experience working in a higher education setting
Additional Notes
- The role is typically managed through BCU Support Services Limited, Birmingham City University’s subsidiary. Employees with past LGPS membership may transition directly to Birmingham City University under the LGPS scheme.
- Further inquiries can be directed to Greg Williams, International Admissions Manager, via Greg.Williams3@bcu.ac.uk.
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We are an inclusive institution supporting lawful free speech, academic freedom, equality, diversity, and inclusion. Continuous improvement in these areas shapes our culture—helping our team reach their full potential together.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
BCU is a Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants meeting the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. We’re committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
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