Mark W. Email & Phone Number

United Kingdom

Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom

Docklands Campus

Responsible for international recruitment and business development in emerging markets within Central Asia and UK. I am also the account manager responsible for a portfolio of more than 100 agents and pathway providers in the UK and overseas. - Recruit suitably qualified international students from priority markets to annually agreed targets- Support, manage, plan and undertake recruitment missions that will include recruitment fairs, schools and college visits, alumni events and other events leading to successful student recruitment- Engage with enquirers and applicants to optimise and manage their experience through the application process and ensure enrolment- Initiate, manage and develop appropriate and relevant agent networks - Liaise and work closely with academic staff at UEL who r can contribute to the international student recruitment function and mission- Manage, support and inform the marketing around the assigned market in terms of best practices for student recruitment including the circulation of marketing materials as appropriate.- Proactively identify and develop new channels/methodologies and local country initiatives to market the University- Take an active lead in developing and building relationships with the British Council, Embassies and other relevant offices and organisations- Regularly report on the progress of marketing plans and the impact of specific marketing initiatives in terms of increasing recruitment/conversion and enhancing awareness and the reputation of UEL.

Manchester, United Kingdom

At Salford I was responsible for creating and implementing new creative ideas with measured outcomes to increase recruitment, conversion and enrolment. I was responsible for the development and implementation of key projects such as the new conversion system and agent support network which increased recruitment by more than 55 percent. Managing a team of enrolment staff I successfully implemented an efficient and harmonious system that improved the student experience, application to offer time and enrolment numbers. • Coordinated admissions processes to ensure a seamless journey from enquirer to applicant• Undertook international travel to establish relations with key stakeholders, develop sound marketing and conversion strategies and train overseas representatives on university recruitment platforms • Was responsible for the running of the CRM system including the universities international communication plans and ensuring that conversion activities ran smoothly inline with the recruitment strategies of recruitment managers

Liverpool, United Kingdom

My role as International Recruitment Assistant was to support the International Unit with a particular focus on on Recruitment from within the EU and North America. My duties include the development of International student activities for Study Abroad and Exchange students, inquiry management international partnerships overseas and in the UK. • Main point of contact for International Study Abroad students and partners • Coordinated Summer Schools in collaboration with university partners and external stakeholders • First point of contact for the front-of-house service responsible for International student support and recruitment enquiries• Responsible for liaising with agents on behalf of International Officers/Managers • Supported International Officers in pre-recruitment preparation such as administrative and logistical input with trip planning• Organised large and small university events for visiting partner institutions/agents including the Vice Chancellors international scholarship reception • Responsible for inputting and processing direct student applications and organising registration for international student cohorts • Successfully coordinated the re-design of the international prospectuses and student welcome packs including the study abroad brochure • Represented the university overseas at recruitment fairs and conferences and visited key partners in Europe and the US

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Liverpool, United Kingdom

Liaising with government agencies communicating with clients via e-mail and telephone in a friendly and professional manner from the UK and abroad. I was also responsible for the general administration duties such as use of IT systems and supporting the academic team in departmental administration and academic research. This allowed to to develop my skills in the production of professional reports for government organisations and expand my knowledge further into environmental legislation and law. Whilst working for the SD&SN I oversaw and executed a project in the digitization and cataloging of client information and data. Designing a user friendly system I designed a system that was effective and efficient making it easier in how we reach our members. I also received extensive training in media and website management so I could improve and update the website content of the Network. Towards the end of my internship I organised a 4-day conference with International delegates around the world attending the 4 day conference and symposium. These opportunities have inherently enabled me to develop and acquire excellent transferable communication skills with first hand experience in leading seminars and managing the communications of an NGO. Managing my own workload and having the excellent opportunity to develop my transferable skills I also believe I have improved my self confidence. Working closely with government bodies an overseeing management strategies and future planning projects I have received a unique insight and had the privilege of gaining invaluable project management experience.

Liverpool

Freelance Consultancy and data analyst for prestigious academic project. Working with staff I advised on all aspects of raw data collection and report writing using SPSS and MS Excel.

Master Of Science, Project Management

Post Graduate Certificate (Pgcert), Environmental Management

Activities and Societies: Executive officer of Liverpool Hope Geography Society and member of the Politics society.

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc) Honours, Geography And Environmental Management, 2:1

Activities and Societies: President of the Geography Society and International liaison officer during my second year. Represented my.

Study Abroad, Geography, Pass

Advanced National Certificate In Environmental Conservation And Countryside Management, Environmental Management, Merit

Activities and Societies: Board Games, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Raising and Giving (RAG) Week I studied environmental management.

National Certificate In Countryside Management, Wildlife, Fish And Wildlands Science And Management, Merit