Interim Head of Student Recruitment, UK University

We’re supporting a UK university to identify an experienced interim leader to head up Student Recruitment during a pivotal period of strategic focus and organisational change.

This senior leadership post carries a broad and impactful remit. You’ll drive immediate actions to strengthen the current recruitment cycle, bring sharper ROI discipline to activity, and shape a clear pathway for future growth across both UK and international markets. You’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams spanning UK recruitment, international outreach, and conversion, ensuring data-led decisions at every stage of the funnel.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring strong leadership credibility, a collaborative instinct, and a commercial, evidence-based approach. The university is seeking someone who can pick up an existing plan of action, turn strategy into delivery at pace, and build confidence across an executive team that values grip, clarity and results.

We’re looking for a senior interim with experience leading student recruitment in complex environments, who can demonstrate:

1. A proven track record of delivering recruitment growth through data-led planning and ROI measurement
2. Experience of building or optimising conversion journeys and external engagement activity
3. The gravitas to influence senior stakeholders and partner closely with executive leadership
4. Strong people leadership during change, with the ability to align and motivate multi-disciplinary teams

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced, evolving settings and is energised by delivering impact through insight and influence.

To express interest or find out more, please contact Claire Lauder at claire.lauder@andersonquigley.com