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Rajesh Chavan

Oldham

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in international student recruitment and admissions, specialising in entry requirements and qualification assessment. Proven track record in CAS assessment and compliance checks, coupled with strong team leadership and staff development skills. Adept at process optimisation and operational oversight, ensuring efficient customer engagement and relationship management. Experienced in policy development, stakeholder management, sales, target-driven operations, data analysis, and reporting. Committed to driving organisational success through strategic initiatives and continuous improvement.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work history

International Recruitment Officer

BPP University
Manchester
01.2022 - 06.2025
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of student applications, verifying documentation, evaluating international qualifications for UK equivalency, and determining eligibility for admissions and CAS issuance.
  • Provide specialist guidance to international applicants on admissions, enrolment, and policy matters, handling enquiries referred by student support and customer service teams.
  • Collaborate closely with Sales and Marketing teams to align admissions processes with business targets, balancing commercial objectives with compliance and student-focused service.
  • Maintain meticulous records of application progress to support real-time oversight and accurate reporting for management.
  • Proactively contribute to process improvements and share insights to enhance team efficiency and the applicant experience.

International Admissions Consultant (Freelance)

Comfort EduServe Ltd.
Portsmouth
09.2019 - 01.2022
  • Provided specialist admissions counseling to prospective international students, with a primary focus on regions including Ghana, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe, guiding them through UK university application processes, compliance requirements, and visa procedures.
  • Independently assessed student applications for eligibility, ensuring alignment with institutional admission criteria and UK regulatory standards.
  • Managed multi-channel communications, maintaining prompt, professional responses and achieving high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Contributed to marketing and business development initiatives, supporting the expansion of student recruitment channels and institutional partnerships.
  • Maintained precise records of application workflows, outcomes, and performance metrics, enabling data-driven insights and process improvements.

Assistant Manager

Post Office
Aberdeen
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Oversaw branch operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and high standards of customer service.
  • Managed staff rosters, delegated responsibilities, and provided coaching for staff development.
  • Resolved complex customer queries and operational challenges efficiently.

Duty Manager

Pizza Express
London
07.2011 - 09.2016
  • Supervised front-of-house operations, optimizing workflows to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute brand promotions and customer engagement initiatives.

Food and Beverage Supervisor

Marriott
Aberdeen
09.2009 - 07.2011
  • Managed end-to-end food and beverage operations, driving revenue growth and maintaining brand standards.
  • Delivered staff training and ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.

Executive Officer

Dr. Batra’s Ltd.
Mumbai
09.2004 - 09.2009
  • Managed branch-level operations, customer service, and promotional campaigns.
  • Contributed to revenue growth through innovative service offerings and stakeholder engagement.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Corporate Governance

Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth, Ceredigion
09.2016 -

MBA – Master of Business Administration -

University of Gloucestershire
04.2001 -

MSc - International Project Management

Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
09.2013 - 02.2015

Master of Public Administration - Public Administration

Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
01.2012 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery - Medicine

Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
India
09.1999 - 12.2004

Skills

  • International Student Recruitment & Admissions
  • Entry Requirements & Qualification Assessment
  • CAS Assessment & Compliance Checks
  • Team Leadership & Staff Development
  • Process Optimisation & Operational Oversight
  • Customer Engagement & Relationship Management
  • Policy Development & Stakeholder Management
  • Sales & Target-Driven Operations
  • Data Analysis & Reporting

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for optimizing business processes and delivering high-quality customer experiences at both BPP University and Comfort Eduserve Ltd.
  • Successfully managed high-volume application assessments with precision and adherence to compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated capability to balance operational demands with commercial targets in sales-driven environments.
  • Proven ability to mentor and develop staff, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Custom

Available upon request.

Personal Information

Date of birth: 09/10/80

Affiliations

  • Numismatics, world geography, capital cities, and language learning, demonstrating a keen international perspective.

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Spanish
Beginner
Marathi
Native

Timeline

International Recruitment Officer

BPP University
01.2022 - 06.2025

International Admissions Consultant (Freelance)

Comfort EduServe Ltd.
09.2019 - 01.2022

Assistant Manager

Post Office
09.2018 - 09.2019

Doctor of Philosophy - Corporate Governance

Aberystwyth University
09.2016 -

MSc - International Project Management

Anglia Ruskin University
09.2013 - 02.2015

Master of Public Administration - Public Administration

Robert Gordon University
01.2012 - 07.2013

Duty Manager

Pizza Express
07.2011 - 09.2016

Food and Beverage Supervisor

Marriott
09.2009 - 07.2011

Executive Officer

Dr. Batra’s Ltd.
09.2004 - 09.2009

MBA – Master of Business Administration -

University of Gloucestershire
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery - Medicine

Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
09.1999 - 12.2004
Rajesh Chavan