Sanjid Ahmed
Edinburgh,UK
Summary
Experienced admissions administrator with over a decade of expertise in higher education institutions, specialising in administrative support, data management, and student assistance. Proficient in MS Office and web-based IT systems, policy compliance and customer service. Proven ability in managing high-volume workflows, prioritising tasks, and strong problem-solving abilities,
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
Admissions Administrator
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh
2024.04 - 2026.08
- Provide effective administrative support & customer service duties to the undergraduate & postgraduate Admissions Office.
- Initial receipt, checking and processing high volume of applications & data processing using University (EUCLID) system.
- Dealing with enquiries for undergraduate & postgraduate programmes, admissions policies via phone, email and in-person.
- Coordinate post-offer documentation, offer decision processing, including qualification checks & examination result confirmations.
- Produce regular statistical reports and data spreadsheets for Admissions Manager and management.
- Participated actively in open day events and offer holder day.
Caregiver
Mother
Singapore
2021.05 - 2023.11
- Provided full-time care for my mother due to extenuating circumstances.
Admissions Officer
University of Glasgow
Oxford
2020.10 - 2021.04
- Provide comprehensive support for all aspects of admissions process, ensuring applications are processed efficiently.
- Responding to admission enquiries via phone, email and in person with a strong focus on customer service excellence.
- Score and track applications by interpreting programme specific guidelines with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ensure CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) for overseas students is processed timely and accurately.
- Review all student documentation to prevent fraud and ensure compliance with University policy and GDPR.
- Worked closely with faculty members to understand course requirements and expectations.
Sales Co-ordinator
Scott Fraser Ltd
Oxford
2017.10 - 2020.02
- Generating financial and sales reports using Excel spreadsheets and design PowerPoint presentations to forecast sales.
- Process purchase requisitions, sales invoices and monitor office expenditure.
- Lead arrangements for Property Events and liaise with marketing team to produce campaign adverts.
- Supervise Anti Money Laundering checks on clients and liaise with compliance officer.
- Manage electronic diaries and appointments for Sales Director and Negotiators using CRM system and MS Office.
Administrator
Oxford University Hospitals
Oxford
2016.11 - 2017.07
- Developed and implemented accurate and secure filing system for the Ophthalmology department.
- Planned and managed logistics and materials for team meetings, committee meetings and staff events.
- Reviewed and monitored patient appointments on Electronic Patient Record (EPR) database.
- Analysed Referral to Treatment (RTT) status of patients using the NHS database and updated hospital monitoring system.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative procedures.
Project Coordinator
Rising Global Enterprise
Singapore
2016.04 - 2016.10
- Manage and coordinate daily production of Concrete Blocks for River Protection project.
- Monitor daily cost of work expenses, maintain records of materials and equipment purchases using MS Office applications.
- Generate invoices and outstanding payment reports.
- Liaise with main contractor for payments of invoices.
- Visited construction sites to collect documentation, supply Health and Safety equipment and supervise inventory.
Admissions Adviser
Said Business School (University of Oxford)
Oxford
2015.09 - 2016.02
- Analyze and process high volume of applications from prospective MBA students from over 90 countries.
- Dealing with enquiries about MBA programme, student scholarship process and accommodations.
- Facilitate overseas students with visa applications, financial guarantees, and contracts relating to MBA admissions.
- Generate Offer Letters, interview letters and attendance confirmation reference letters.
- Collaborate and participate during open day events to support University student recruitment.
- Participated in recruitment events across country, promoting university effectively.
Admissions and Student Finance Adviser
City of Oxford College
Oxford
2012.01 - 2015.08
- Liaise with faculty members to set up student interviews and produce offer letters to certify student status.
- Respond to enquiries about college courses over telephone, face-to-face and by email.
- Coordinate weekly bursary payments to vulnerable students and liaise with tutors to verify student attendance.
- Generate weekly reports using MS Excel spreadsheets on student finance applications and approval status.
- Responsible for processing & monitoring student applications, offers, and withdrawals using college database.
Working Holiday
LG Electronics, Hai Phong, Vietnam
Vietnam
2010.07 - 2011.05
- Tutoring in English language courses to LG Marketing department and production workers.
- Provided part-time tuition to secondary school students in English, Mathematics and Geography.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
Work Based Learning Training Adviser
Kensington & Chelsea College
London
2009.01 - 2010.05
- Liaised with London HMP Probation Officers to collect probation documentation and student registers.
- Sustained strong working relationship with tutors and MIS department to register attendance accurately.
- Process invoices, and contracts, and arrange interviews for potential Train to Gain or Apprenticeship students.
- Prepare and check individual learners' records, and update college database for Train to Gain course.
- Assessed students' progress and submitted reports to management.
Training Adviser & Administrator
Cognitive Studies Trust
London
2007.10 - 2008.12
- Process and screen course applications using college database and update student attendance.
- Supported Marketing department during Open days and Open Evening events.
- Deliver monthly reports to student recruitment numbers to Course Director.
- Act as first point of contact and respond to enquiries via email, telephone, and face-to-face.
- Coordinate with tutors to set up interviews, book rooms and organize student induction days.
Education
BTEC HND - Business Management
Tyndale Education Singapore
SingaporeSingapore GCE O Level -
St Thomas Secondary School
SingaporeBTEC HND Diploma - Business Administration
College of Professional & Management Studies
London, UKSkills
- MS Office
- Web-based IT systems
- Exceptional Customer service focused
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Calm under pressure
- GDPR
Accomplishments
I was an elite athlete for the Singapore National Cricket Team from under-15 to senior level. I have received numerous accolades and trophies for my achievements during my national team career.
Timeline
Admissions Administrator
The University of Edinburgh
2024.04 - 2026.08
Caregiver
Mother
2021.05 - 2023.11
Admissions Officer
University of Glasgow
2020.10 - 2021.04
Sales Co-ordinator
Scott Fraser Ltd
2017.10 - 2020.02
Administrator
Oxford University Hospitals
2016.11 - 2017.07
Project Coordinator
Rising Global Enterprise
2016.04 - 2016.10
Admissions Adviser
Said Business School (University of Oxford)
2015.09 - 2016.02
Admissions and Student Finance Adviser
City of Oxford College
2012.01 - 2015.08
Working Holiday
LG Electronics, Hai Phong, Vietnam
2010.07 - 2011.05
Work Based Learning Training Adviser
Kensington & Chelsea College
2009.01 - 2010.05
Training Adviser & Administrator
Cognitive Studies Trust
2007.10 - 2008.12
BTEC HND - Business Management
Tyndale Education Singapore
Singapore GCE O Level -
St Thomas Secondary School
BTEC HND Diploma - Business Administration
College of Professional & Management Studies