Admissions Officer
15AI CAN DO15%moving to60%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £28,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM EDUCATION AND TEACHING →
Admissions Officer
Admissions officers review applications to schools and universities, work out which students would be a good fit, and help choose the next generation of pupils and students. They read personal statements, interview candidates and represent the school.
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI can already do some of this job, but the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Admissions OfficerIn this entry-level role, you will assist with the application process, manage administrative tasks, and support senior admissions staff in evaluating applications.£22,000 - £28,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Admissions OfficerIn this role, you will take on more responsibility for evaluating applications, conducting interviews, and contributing to recruitment strategies.£30,000 - £40,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Admissions OfficerAs a senior officer, you will lead the admissions team, develop policies, and represent the institution at national recruitment events.£45,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.