Campus Manager

ESP Engineered; Kozhikode; On-site; INR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elance Learning is seeking a Campus Manager in Kerala to lead campus operations with full P&L ownership. The ideal candidate will have 8-12 years of experience in managing educational institutions and will drive operational excellence, student engagement, and financial performance. Key responsibilities include overseeing admissions, academics, and compliance while ensuring a high-quality academic experience. A Master’s degree in Business Administration is required, along with strong leadership and strategic planning skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Education Management, or related field.
• 8–12 years of experience managing educational institutions or training centers.
• Proven track record of P&L ownership and operational leadership.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage campus P&L including revenue growth and profitability targets.
• Oversee all campus functions including admissions, academics, and facilities.
• Build and lead faculty and administrative teams.

Skills

Strategic planning

P&L management

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration

Job description

Job Description – Campus Manager

Company: Elance Learning Provider

Department: Campus Operations

Reporting To: Regional Head / CEO

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Kochi / Calicut / Kannur

Experience: 8–12 Years

Role Summary: The Campus Manager is responsible for end-to-end leadership of campus operations with full P&L ownership, ensuring revenue growth, operational excellence, academic quality, and strong student outcomes. The role drives campus performance across admissions, academics, student services, infrastructure, and partnerships while ensuring profitability and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

P&L Management & Business Growth

• Own and manage campus P&L including revenue growth, cost optimization, and profitability targets
• Develop and execute annual campus business plans and budgets
• Track performance against financial targets and take corrective actions
• Identify new revenue streams and business opportunities

Campus Operations Management

• Oversee all campus functions including admissions, academics, student services, and facilities
• Ensure compliance with academic, operational, and regulatory standards
• Maintain high standards of infrastructure, safety, and hygiene
• Implement operational systems and processes to improve efficiency

Team Leadership & People Management

• Build, lead, and mentor faculty and administrative teams
• Conduct hiring, training, performance management, and retention initiatives
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Strengthen cross-functional collaboration across campus teams

Student Success & Experience

• Drive student enrollment, engagement, and retention initiatives
• Ensure delivery of high-quality academic experiences and student satisfaction
• Address escalations and maintain strong student relationships
• Improve placement performance and career outcomes

Business Development & Partnerships

• Build relationships with corporates, institutions, and community stakeholders
• Lead marketing and promotional initiatives to enhance campus visibility
• Represent the organization at industry forums and networking events
• Strengthen placement and corporate partnership networks

Required Skills & Competencies

Leadership & Strategy

• Strong strategic planning and execution skills
• Proven ability to manage multi-functional teams
• Strong stakeholder and relationship management

Financial & Business Acumen

• Strong understanding of P&L management, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Ability to balance revenue growth and cost control

Operational Excellence

• Experience managing multi-function campus or training center operations
• Process-oriented execution mindset

Communication & Problem Solving

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities

Qualifications

Essential

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Education Management, or related field
• 8–12 years of experience managing educational institutions or training centers
• Proven track record of P&L ownership and operational leadership

Preferred

• Experience in EdTech or skill development sector
• Exposure to vocational training or employability programs
• Strong industry and corporate partnership network

KPIs & Performance Metrics

Financial Performance

• Campus revenue and profitability targets achieved
• Budget adherence and cost optimization performance

Admissions & Growth

• Enrollment targets achieved
• Retention and dropout rates maintained within benchmarks

Operations & Compliance

• Zero major compliance or audit issues
• Infrastructure and academic quality standards maintained

Student Success

• Student satisfaction scores maintained
• Placement and career outcome targets achieved

People & Culture

• Team productivity and performance targets met
• Staff attrition maintained within acceptable limits
• Leadership bench strength developed