OVERVIEW The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is appointing a Director of Recruitment and Admissions to lead a newly established Recruitment and Admissions Division. This senior leadership role brings together student marketing, recruitment, admissions, widening participation, financial support, and study abroad under a single strategic framework. Based in London with hybrid working, the role is central to shaping how LSE attracts and admits students from around the world while safeguarding academic standards. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Provide strategic leadership for the newly established Recruitment and Admissions Division. – Integrate student marketing, student recruitment and study abroad, admissions, widening participation, and financial support functions. – Hold operational accountability for pre-enrolment services across the institution. – Lead access-related services, including widening participation activities. – Oversee study abroad recruitment and operations. – Drive global student attraction strategies to recruit high-calibre students. – Ensure admissions processes maintain LSE’s academic standards. REQUIREMENTS WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This role plays a critical part in shaping who can access an LSE education and how the institution presents itself to prospective students worldwide. By integrating recruitment, admissions, and access functions, the Director helps ensure a coherent and equitable pre-enrolment experience. The position directly supports LSE’s mission to attract outstanding students while upholding academic excellence. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Demonstrate experience leading complex, multi-functional teams within higher education or a comparable international environment. – Show a clear understanding of global student recruitment trends and the strategic importance of admissions in institutional reputation. – Emphasise experience with access, widening participation, or equity-focused initiatives where relevant. – Prepare examples of how you have balanced growth in student numbers with academic quality and standards. – Highlight your ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, particularly during organisational change.