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Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Associate Director, Admissions & Recruitment, and working in close collaboration with the Admissions team members, the incumbent is actively involved in the recruitment of the best students to our MBA program, as well as other Desautels Masters programs. The candidate will represent the Faculty at recruitment events presenting our programs locally, nationally and internationally. Liaising with the admissions, careers, alumni, marketing and communication teams, the candidate will maintain close relationship with prospective applicants throughout the entire application process, actively follow up with those admitted to the program, and maintain contact with them during their studies at Desautels and after.
Primary Responsibilities:
Actively participate in establishing the overall strategic recruiting plan for the Masters programs; develop and meet the recruitment objectives for these programs.
Develop, create, plan and write recruitment presentations and workshops.
Establish and execute local, national and international recruitment tours and school presentations (expect 6 to 8 weeks of travel per year).
Working closely with the marketing and communications team, implement the long-term plans and procedures to attract the finest and most diverse students to our programs.
Liaise with the marketing and communications team to develop, update and implement new marketing and recruitment tools and participate in various recruiting and marketing campaigns to attract prospective students.
Interview prospective students.
Be actively involved with and contribute to the social media strategy and social media presence of the Masters programs.
Develop and maintain close relationships with program stakeholders.
Track all relationships using CRM system.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
Excellent communication and presentation skills (spoken and written in both English and French), and interpersonal skills. Strong understanding of graduate education and recruitment. Client-focused, creative and experienced in fostering relationships with external contacts. Highly organized and must be able to work independently as well as in a team in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. MBA or graduate degree an asset. Demonstrated ability to work in a digital world and PC environment using Microsoft Office and databases. Experience with CRM tools (SLATE, SALESFORCE). Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.
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As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:
- Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
- Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
- Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
- Competitive vacation policy
- Two (2) personal days
- Two (2) floating holidays
- Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
- Paid time off over the December holiday period
- Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
- Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.
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McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Three years of related experience
- Excellent written and spoken English and French communication skills
- Strong understanding of graduate education and recruitment
- Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
- Experience fostering relationships with external contacts
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and databases
- Experience with CRM tools, including Slate or Salesforce
- Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
- MBA or graduate degree
What We Do
McGill University is a public research university with extensive research activities across various engineering disciplines, including civil and materials engineering, focusing on areas like construction materials and advanced manufacturing.
