Student Recruitment Officer

About Mentors Education Dubai

Mentors Education Dubai, situated in Oud Metha, is a leading institution specializing in higher education and international study consultancy. Founded by industry veterans with more than twenty years of expertise in higher education, student recruitment, and academic consulting worldwide, the organization bridges the gap between motivated students and prestigious global qualifications.

Role Overview

This full-time, on-site role is based in Dubai, UAE. As a Student Recruitment Officer, you will serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students and their families, offering detailed guidance on UK higher education programs and other international study opportunities. Your duties include conducting one-on-one consultations, orchestrating and taking part in recruitment activities, managing inquiries efficiently, tracking leads, and maintaining accurate student data using CRM or similar systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage and advise prospective students and their families about educational options and application processes.
• Participate in and organize recruitment events to attract potential candidates.
• Respond to and follow up on inquiries to maintain prospective student engagement.
• Collaborate with academic, admissions, and marketing departments to support recruitment strategies.
• Build and nurture partnerships with schools, colleges, and other institutions to enhance recruitment efforts.
• Maintain organized and comprehensive records of student interactions and progress within CRM tools.

Candidate Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with students, families, and institutional partners.
• Experience or skills in job description development to align recruitment roles and objectives.
• Proficient in recruiting and onboarding processes to support team and ambassador selection.
• Skilled in conducting interviews to assess student suitability and aspirations.
• Prior involvement in student recruitment, admissions, or educational consulting, preferably related to higher education or international study pathways.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication; additional languages are a plus.
• Well-developed organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with CRM or database management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, Marketing, or a comparable field; equivalent practical experience will be considered.