Enquiries Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking to recruit an Enquiries Assistant within our forward thinking, well established Enquiries Team, here at one of the leading Universities in the UK; University of Bristol.
Acting as the first point of contact for all prospective students and their influencers, the Enquiries Team is responsible for inbound enquiry management and outbound communications between the University and enquirers, applicants, and their influencers, in respect of a wide-range of undergraduate courses and postgraduate programmes. In addition to this, you will be integral in building relationships with prospective students and supporting the conversion of enquirers through the application process.
What will you be doing?- Build relationships with prospective students, supporting the conversion of enquirers through the application process.
- Manage and respond to enquiries in a timely manner using Microsoft Dynamics.
- Plan and implement virtual communications channels with enquirers.
- Providing support, representing the University at Higher Education fairs and open days and acting as an ambassador for the University.
- Contribute to the implementation of the new enquiries system.
- Ensure all enquiries are accurately monitored and recorded.
- You’re dedicated to providing excellent customer service to applicants and their influencers (teachers, parents and carers).
- You’re comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and can grasp and retain new information and systems quickly.
- You have the ability to convey complex information in an understandable way.
- You’re highly organised, able to prioritise and can manage a number of different tasks at the same time.
- You’re a team-player who’s willing to lend a hand if a colleague needs help with a challenging enquiry.
- You work well under pressure.
Qualifications
- Educated to at least NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
- A good standard of literacy equivalent to grade C GCSE English as a minimum requirement.
Nice to have:
- Previous experience working within a University (or educational) setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of recruitment and admissions within a university context.
- You’ve worked in a marketing, recruitment or customer service environment.
- Proven experience communicating using social network channels
- Knowledge of new media platforms.
- A good working knowledge of University systems such as SITS and a CRM such as MS Dynamics.
Why should you apply for this role?
- We are one of the most popular and successful universities in the UK
- We are ranked 61st in the QS World University Rankings
- We are the 3rd largest employer in Bristol
- We are rated 4.2 / 5 stars on Indeed & 3 / 5 stars on Glassdoor
- We offer hybrid working, with three office days and two days working from home.
- We offer competitive pay and rewards, generous pension scheme, generous leave entitlements (38 days), development opportunities, and wellbeing initiatives.
For more details please see the link to the detailed job description below.
Additional informationFor informal queries please contact:
Matt Wilson, Enquiries Officer
matt.wilson@bristol.ac.uk
This advert will close at 23:59 GMT on Thursday 1st June 2023
We recently launched our strategy to 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values.
The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.Available documents
- SUPP109846 - Enquiries Assistant -JD .pdf
- External Relations Further Particulars.pdf
JOB NUMBER
SUPP109846
CONTRACT TYPE/WORK PATTERN
Open ended / Full time
CLOSING DATE
01 Jun 2023
FACULTY/DIVISION
External Relations
SALARY
£25,948 - £28,929 per annum
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Enquiries Assistant roles across University of Bristol's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,948 - £28,929 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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