Student Recruitment Graduate Ambassadors

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North ‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North ‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

As a Student Recruitment Graduate Ambassador, you'll help prospective students explore their options, build confidence in their decisions, and discover what makes studying at Sunderland unique.

This is a varied and rewarding opportunity that combines student engagement, events, outreach and recruitment support. You'll work across schools, colleges and university events, collaborating with teams from across Home Student Recruitment to deliver engaging activities that inspire and inform.

Alongside developing valuable professional skills in communication, presentation, relationship‑building and data management, you'll be part of a supportive team committed to widening participation and creating life‑changing opportunities for students.

Is this you?

You're a recent graduate who is passionate about higher education and excited by the opportunity to share your Sunderland story with others. You enjoy meeting new people, communicating confidently and helping others make informed choices about their future.

You'll be organised, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same. Whether you're delivering a presentation, supporting an event or recording valuable student information, you take pride in representing the University positively and professionally.

Most importantly, you're enthusiastic about creating meaningful connections with prospective students and contributing to a collaborative team that puts student success at the heart of everything it does.

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well‑being.

We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:

• Up to 44 days’ holiday - that’s 31 days’ annual leave, 5 festive closure days and 8 Bank Holidays!
• Award-winning staff networks that celebrate who you are.
• Lifestyle benefits , with savings on shopping, tech, bikes, and even cars.
• Health and well‑being support , from private medical cover to gym discounts.
• Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.

Interviews: Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th September 2026

If you have questions about the role, please contact:

Please contact Chris Harris (Student Recruitment Manager) , or Danny Homer (Evaluation Officer)

We may close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of applications. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, don't wait – get your application in early!

Not a recent University of Sunderland graduate, or keen to apply for other opportunities within Home Student Recruitment?

We're recruiting for a number of exciting roles across the service. Whether you're interested in outreach, events, applicant engagement or student recruitment, explore our current vacancies to find the opportunity that’s right for you. One application can be submitted for multiple roles where applicable.

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