Admissions Manager

The Admissions Manager at Epsom College is a pivotal role, directly reporting to the CEO, CCO, and Director of Marketing and Admissions. This position is central to aligning admissions processes with the College’s commercial objectives and priorities. The role includes leading the Admissions team, seamlessly collaborating with the Marketing department, and ensuring an effective student recruitment experience.

Key duties are outlined below:

• Work with the College’s leadership team to meet growth and retention targets as specified in the annual budget.
• Develop, implement, and review comprehensive admissions strategies. Maintain regular tracking and reporting on these strategies to ensure effectiveness.
• Advise the Senior Leadership Team on place allocation for different age groups, ensuring compliance with academic standards and recruitment targets.
• Liaise with academic staff on subject options and curriculum needs and ensure timely management of student references.
• Manage campus visits, tours, taster weeks, and open days for prospective parents.
• Organise key parental marketing events such as Open Days and information sessions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with feeder schools and agents.
• Coordinate and represent the College’s presence at local and international exhibitions and internal promotional events.
• Organise and oversee international marketing trips, coordinating with relevant SLT members, teachers, and ambassadors.
• Maintain an understanding of stakeholder concerns related to enrolment and retention.
• Engage staff in efforts to recruit, convert, and retain students.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Department, Business Development Department, and Sports Academies to ensure all information and collateral are accurate and up-to-date.
• Support the establishment and management of the Old Epsomian in Malaysia (OEM) society, liaising with the OE Club Coordinator at Epsom College UK.
• Lead and manage the Admissions department staff.
• Prepare and oversee the Admissions Department budget.
• Perform any other duties as reasonably required by the CEO, Headmaster, or Director of Marketing and Admissions.

Qualifications:

• Strong organisational and planning skills, with experience in event planning and management and the ability to work under pressure.
• Proven strategic planning skills with the capability to lead and manage relevant work.
• Ability to build rapport and interact effectively with individuals at all levels.
• Creative problem-solving skills and adaptability to new situations.
• Willingness to fully engage in school life and embrace the ethos of independent education.
• Good understanding of digital communications and social media relevant to schools.
• University degree or equivalent qualification.
• Ability to motivate staff, embrace change, and be open to new ideas and approaches.
• Interest and understanding of the international education sector.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a high degree of professionalism and sound judgement, with professionalism, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Epsom College in Malaysia is committed to safeguarding pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff will be subject to necessary background and qualification checks. The College is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications regardless of age, gender, race, religion, and disability.