Role Overview The Recruitment Manager will be the strategic lead responsible for driving UCD’s student recruitment and admissions efforts across South Asia. This senior role combines high-level partnership development, team leadership, market analysis, and operational management to meet UCD’s international enrolment targets. The ideal candidate will oversee all aspects of recruitment campaigns, admissions processes, stakeholder relations, and marketing initiatives, while managing a high-performing recruitment team. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Team Management Develop and implement a comprehensive, market-specific recruitment strategy aligned with UCD’s global objectives. Lead, mentor, and evaluate the recruitment and admissions teams, driving performance, professional growth, and operational excellence. Support the strategic allocation of recruitment resources to enhance efficiency and optimize ROI. Recruitment & Admissions Manage and support recruitment activities including school outreach, university engagement, agent communications, and education fairs. Coordinate high school visits, fairs, and presentations, maintaining strong relationships with school counsellors and administrators. Administer the admission process, ensuring compliance with university policies, monitoring application progress, acceptance, and deposit rates, and developing yield strategies. Maintain up-to-date databases of schools, universities, agents, alumni, and prospective students. Partnership & Stakeholder Management Establish and nurture relationships with universities, agents, government bodies, industry stakeholders, and funding organizations. Act as a primary point of contact for partner queries and represent UCD at fairs, government meetings, and education forums. Organize agent training, familiarization (FAM) visits, and coordinate UCD recruitment missions, including logistics and itineraries. Marketing & Communication Drive promotional campaigns including digital marketing, social media outreach, and alumni engagement to build UCD’s brand presence. Distribute marketing materials, coordinate event logistics, and provide timely communications to students, agents, and partners. Support visa-related activities and liaise with embassy or industry stakeholders as needed. Data & Reporting Capture and analyse recruitment data, producing detailed reports on activities, pipeline health, and recruitment ROI for senior leadership. Track and monitor alumni engagement, supporting events and leveraging networks to enhance student-alumni connections. Desired Profile of the Candidate Minimum of 6 years' experience working for a foreign university in student recruitment or admissions. Demonstrated success in international student recruitment , admissions strategy, or education marketing. Experience working within or alongside educational agents or consultancy offices is highly preferred. Familiarity with the South Asian education market and international student mobility trends. Prior knowledge or willingness to develop deep familiarity with Ireland’s higher education system , UCD programmes, and visa procedures. Proven ability to build and manage stakeholder relationships across multiple sectors. Self-motivated and highly organized , with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional team. High attention to detail, excellent planning and time management skills. Strong communication skills (written and oral), and a high level of customer service orientation. Comfortable working flexible hours and extensive travel within South Asia. Proficient in MS Office, CRM systems, and digital tools used in student recruitment and event coordination. Qualifications: Educated to Master’s Degree level or demonstrate appropriate combination of Bachelor’s Degree and relevant experience. Show more Show less

Role Overview The Admissions and Recruitment Officer plays a pivotal dual role in advancing UCD’s enrolment objectives in South Asia by combining proactive student recruitment efforts with efficient admissions processing. This position involves building strong relationships with schools, agents, and partner institutions, while ensuring prospective student applications are reviewed and processed in line with UCD’s global admissions standards. The successful candidate will be a dynamic, detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills and regional market awareness. Key Responsibilities Recruitment & Outreach Execute UCD’s South Asia recruitment calendar, including school visits, virtual webinars, higher education fairs, and in-person student sessions. Build and maintain strong relationships with high school counsellors, universities, agents, and education consultants. Serve as a key point of contact for prospective students, parents, agents, and institutional partners. Deliver engaging presentations at schools and fairs to promote UCD programmes. Organize and conduct regular training sessions for education agents and track their performance. Support UCD staff visits and recruitment missions by coordinating itineraries, logistics, and local engagements. Admissions Management Evaluate and process student applications to ensure completeness, accuracy, and eligibility according to UCD’s admission standards. Work closely with the UCD International Admissions Team in Dublin for application reviews, conditional offers, and document verification. Respond to applicant and agent queries and provide guidance on the admissions process, required documentation, and timelines. Data & CRM Management Maintain accurate records of leads, applications, and conversions using CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce or equivalent). Track recruitment activities and applicant journeys to support data-driven decision-making. Monitor acceptance and deposit rates; contribute to the development of yield strategies. Marketing & Event Support Coordinate UCD’s participation in education fairs, roadshows, and promotional events. Support marketing campaigns by localizing content, providing market feedback, and amplifying UCD’s presence through digital channels and social media. Collect and share event feedback, student testimonials, and visual content from in-country engagements. Market Intelligence & Reporting Monitor and analyze student recruitment trends, competitor activity, and regional education developments. Provide timely reports to senior UCD leadership detailing recruitment performance, market feedback, and conversion metrics. Desired profile of the candidate: 3–6 years of experience in international student recruitment, admissions, or education consultancy. Proven track record of stakeholder engagement , especially with agents, schools, and higher education institutions. Strong understanding of international admissions procedures , including qualification frameworks and visa processes. Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills ; ability to confidently speak to diverse audiences. High level of administrative accuracy, organization, and attention to detail. Experience working with CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.) and Microsoft Office tools. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver under pressure. Flexibility to travel across India and occasionally within South Asia; ability to work extended hours during peak seasons. Knowledge of Ireland’s higher education landscape and UCD’s programmes is an advantage. Qualification: Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred); ideally in Education, Marketing, International Relations, or related fields. Show more Show less

Role Overview The Admissions Coordinator plays a vital operational role in managing the complete admissions workflow for University College Dublin’s South Asia region. This role ensures accurate, timely, and policy-compliant application processing while coordinating a team of admissions staff. Acting as a liaison between prospective students, agents, and UCD’s Global Office in Dublin, the Admissions Coordinator ensures the delivery of a seamless and professional admissions experience that supports the university’s enrolment objectives. Key Responsibilities End-to-End Admissions Management Oversee the entire admissions process, from inquiry to application review, offer issuance, and enrolment confirmation. Ensure applications meet UCD’s academic and procedural standards. Policy Adherence & Compliance Ensure strict compliance with UCD’s admissions policies, including academic entry requirements and documentation standards. Serve as the regional authority for interpreting admissions criteria and ensuring application eligibility. CRM & Data Management Maintain up-to-date and accurate application records in CRM and student systems (e.g., Salesforce, Slate). Conduct periodic audits and generate reports on application volumes, offer rates, and admissions KPIs. Stakeholder Engagement Act as the escalation point for complex admissions cases, providing accurate and timely guidance to applicants, parents, agents, and school counselors. Liaise with the UCD Global Admissions team in Dublin for queries, clarifications, and coordination. Document Control & Issuance Authorize and oversee the release of official documents such as conditional/unconditional offers, visa support letters, fee receipts, and admissions updates. Process Optimization Review and refine internal admissions procedures to improve efficiency and applicant experience. Contribute to the design and implementation of SOPs and digital workflows. Cross-Departmental Collaboration Coordinate with Marketing, Visa Advisory, Finance, and Academic teams to facilitate end-to-end applicant support. Share applicant insights and trends to inform recruitment strategy and service improvements. Candidate Profile . 4–6 years’ experience in international student admissions, preferably with a higher education institution or international recruitment firm. Demonstrated expertise in managing multi-stage admissions processes with a high degree of accuracy. Prior experience in supervising or coordinating a small team . Proficiency in CRM systems (Salesforce, Slate, or similar) and data analytics tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including an ability to relate to and interact with, people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Knowledge of Irish higher education or international admissions processes is an asset. Professional demeanor and capacity to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Education, Business, or International Relations ideal) Show more Show less