Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). Position Summary: Reporting to the Vice-Dean Programs, and working in close collaboration with the Master’s Programs Academic Directors and with the Admissions team, the incumbent develops and executes the recruitment plan that is aligned with the overall Master’s Programs’ objectives to recruit the best students to our MBA and specialized Master’s programs. The candidate must be skilled in data-driven decision making, and in the use of resources and innovative methods to reach a wide network of prospective students. This role will establish partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders to promote the Desautels Master’s programs, ensuring a strong Faculty presence at student recruitment fairs across the world. The incumbent will also maintain a close relationship with prospective applicants throughout the entire application process and follow up with those admitted to the program to ensure that they will attend our program. Primary Responsibilities: Develop and execute a comprehensive recruitment plan for all Master’s Programs. Identify their target market and determine the best approach for their respective programs in order to attract and create a viable applicant pool. Develop recruitment policies and disseminate info to the academic directors of Master’s programs to ensure that they are aligned with the respective goals and objectives of the programs and the Faculty, as well as with market trends. Determine the level of participation of the Masters Recruiters in student recruitment and outreach events and activities, nationally and globally, to maintain a strong Desautels presence in target markets. Plan and review annual action plan concerning student recruitment as they relate to admissions. Collaborate with Central McGill on recruitment events. Manage the recruitment budget; ensure that spending aligns with budget allocations and efficient use of resources. Authorize expenditures and ensure compliance with University and Faculty budget priorities. Working closely with the Marketing and Communications team, lead the implementation of long-term plans to attain the programs’ recruitment targets and develop targeted marketing campaigns to enhance the Faculty’s visibility and programs. Commit to specific applications and enrolment targets and secure the retention of new applications. Contribute to and oversee the analyses of enrollment data, trends and market conditions to assess the effectiveness of recruitment objectives and inform decision-making. Develop enrollment projections and forecasts for resource allocation and planning purposes. Conduct competitor and market analyses to identify emerging trends, benchmark program visibility, and inform accordingly marketing objectives. Work with the Marketing team to integrate marketing and recruitment campaigns for six Master’s programs, including brand positioning, digital presence and content. Ensure program messaging aligns with the Desautels brand and overall McGill positioning. Collaborate with the Admissions team to ensure alignment between recruitment objectives and admissions processes, supporting a seamless applicant experience from initial contact to enrolment. Provide feedback on applicant quality, market trends, and pre-admissions engagement to inform admissions planning and policy development. Contribute insights and data from recruitment activities to support admissions forecasting and reporting. Supervise and lead a small team of recruiters, providing coaching, mentoring, and guidance; conduct annual performance assessments. Keep abreast of market trends and identify new recruitment markets and channels and adjust objectives based on market trends and unforeseen challenges. Oversee the Student Ambassadors Program. Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities Excellent communication (spoken, written, and presentation) interpersonal skills in both English and French and presentation 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. MBA or graduate degree an asset. Demonstrated ability to work in a PC environment using Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with CRM tools (SLATE, SALESFORCE). Willingness to travel domestically and internationally. 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. For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here. Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree 3 Years Related Experience / Annual Salary: (MPEX Grade 05) $71,890.00 - $89,860.00 - $107,830.00 Job Profile: MPEX-SAF2B - Student Services - Professional 2 Hours per Week: 33.75 (Full time) Supervisor: Associate Professor Position End Date (If applicable): 2026-11-30 Deadline to Apply: 2025-12-15 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, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca. Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. 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