Student Recruitment Consultant (Arabic Speaker) - UE Dubai

OverviewTemporary, Full-time position in Dubai. 40 hours per week, starting as soon as possible. We are looking for a new colleague to join our Sales Team in Dubai who shares our vision of excellence in education and is committed to making a difference in the lives of our students and staff.The OpportunityThe University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) Dubai is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Student Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. In this role, you will act as a primary brand ambassador, guiding and converting prospective students from their initial inquiry through to enrollment. You will manage a pipeline of domestic and international leads and provide bilingual (English/Arabic) consultative advice on our degree programs. This position requires a proactive self-starter who can navigate cross-cultural communication to build trust with our diverse student body.Key Activities & ResponsibilitiesLead Management & Conversion: Manage the end-to-end recruitment funnel for domestic and international markets. Convert inquiries into applications and enrollments to achieve quarterly and annual sales targets.Consultative Sales: Conduct in-depth consultations (in-person, virtual, phone, etc.) with prospective students and parents, providing accurate information professionally and matching their academic background and career goals with suitable UE programs. Ability to conduct bilingual consultations (English/Arabic).Application Processing: Oversee the admissions process and manage related queries, ensuring all documentation is collected, verified and processed in compliance with university admissions policies and regulations.Pipeline Management: Manage the lead-to-enrollment process using the CRM system, regularly contacting prospective students and/or parents through a structured communication plan, logging interactions, and generating weekly performance forecasts.Progression & Conversion: Analyze qualifications of prospective students using established admissions standards and lead progression and referral activity for internal and external audiences.Operational Excellence: Collaborate with the Sales Manager, Head of Student Recruitment and GUS executive team to analyze recruitment figures and translate strategies into operational plans, while optimizing procedures and performance reporting to drive growth.Events & Network Growth: Contribute to planning and organizing campus open events, webinars and student visits, and build a referral network among students and alumni to enhance recruitment.Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal Administrative and Academic teams to resolve student queries regarding visa processes, accommodation and curriculum.Market Intelligence: Stay updated on regional activities and trends within international higher education to refine the sales pitch.Your ProfileQualificationsMinimum 2–4 years of proven experience in student recruitment or consultative sales, preferably within the UAE or the Higher Education sector. Experience with local schools or government entities is a plus.Fluency in both English and Arabic (written and spoken) is mandatory. Proficiency in additional languages to engage with a diverse student body is highly preferred.Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s degree preferred).CompetenciesA sales-driven individual focused on targets and ROI.Clear, persuasive, and authoritative communication skills.Motivated self-starter with the ability to collaborate and deliver.Good organizational and time management skills.Team player able to integrate into a dynamic sales-focused department.Good understanding of systems usage (CRM, Leads, Database Management).Why Us?Opportunity to work within the Global University Systems (GUS) network, collaborating with colleagues across 57 locations worldwide.Preventive and after-care health options.30 days of annual vacation.Vibrant, international campus environment with opportunities to develop and implement new ideas.Access to online language courses and professional development opportunities.A supportive "UE Family" environment that values diversity and inclusivity.Apply for this jobAbout UsGUS Germany GmbH (GGG) is an innovative and dynamic network of world-class higher education institutions that empowers students with knowledge and skills to make a positive impact. Our mission is to foster visionary leaders who drive meaningful change for society. We have a strong presence in Germany, Europe and beyond, with brands including UE (University of Europe for Applied Sciences), BSBI (Berlin School of Business & Innovation), htk academy, and GISMA University for Applied Sciences. Our institutions serve over 10,000 students across diverse programs in business, technology, data science, engineering, sports and the arts. As part of the Global University Systems (GUS) network, we connect with over 48 universities and more than 87,000 students globally. We are committed to a supportive and inclusive work environme