Manager - Admissions

The Quantium School; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Quantium School in Mokila, Hyderabad is seeking an experienced Admissions Manager to lead the admissions and enrolment function for an international school. The role requires a strong background in admissions management within international settings, with exposure to IB, Cambridge, IGCSE, and British/American curricula.

You will drive strategic admissions plans, boost enrolment and revenue, build parent relationships, and position the school as a preferred destination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Education, Management, or a relevant discipline.
• 5–8 years of proven experience in admissions, student enrolment, or business development, preferably in an International School.
• Strong exposure to IB, Cambridge, IGCSE, British, American, or other internationally recognised curricula.
• Demonstrated track record of achieving student admissions, enrolment, and revenue targets.
• Proven expertise in parent counselling, lead conversion, relationship management, and admissions operations.
• Experience in managing admissions teams, CRM/SIS platforms, and student databases.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete admissions lifecycle from enquiry to onboarding.
• Develop and execute strategic admission plans to achieve annual enrolment and revenue targets.
• Drive lead conversion through counselling, follow-ups, and relationship-building initiatives.
• Manage the admissions pipeline and engage prospective parents across channels.
• Coordinate student assessments, parent interactions, interviews, documentation, and decisions.
• Prepare MIS reports, enrolment forecasts, and dashboards for senior management.
• Ensure adherence to policies, guidelines, documentation and regulatory requirements.

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic, result-oriented, and experienced Admissions Manager to lead the admissions and enrolment function at our reputed International School in Mokila.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in admissions management within International Schools, preferably with exposure to IB, Cambridge, IGCSE, British, American, or other globally recognized curricula.

The candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategic admissions plans, driving student enrolment, achieving admission and revenue targets, strengthening parent relationships, and positioning the school as a preferred educational destination.

The role requires a combination of strategic thinking, business development capabilities, excellent communication skills, and strong team leadership.

Key Responsibilities - Admissions Strategy & Enrolment Management

Job Description – Admissions Manager

Location: Mokila, Hyderabad

Experience: 5–8 Years

Role Overview

We are looking for a dynamic, result-oriented, and experienced Admissions Manager to lead the admissions and enrolment function at our reputed International School in Mokila.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in admissions management within International Schools, preferably with exposure to IB, Cambridge, IGCSE, British, American, or other globally recognized curricula.

The candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategic admissions plans, driving student enrolment, achieving admission and revenue targets, strengthening parent relationships, and positioning the school as a preferred educational destination.

The role requires a combination of strategic thinking, business development capabilities, excellent communication skills, and strong team leadership.

• Lead and manage the complete admissions lifecycle, from initial enquiry and lead generation to counselling, conversion, enrolment, and onboarding.
• Develop and execute strategic admission plans to achieve annual enrolment, student intake, and revenue targets.
• Drive lead conversion through effective counselling, consistent follow-ups, and relationship‑building initiatives.
• Manage the admissions pipeline and ensure timely engagement with prospective parents across all channels.
• Conduct admission counselling and communicate the school's curriculum, academic philosophy, infrastructure, facilities, programmes, and unique value proposition.
• Coordinate student assessments, parent interactions, interviews, documentation, and admission decisions with academic and administrative teams.
• Track and analyse key admission metrics, including enquiries, walk‑ins, conversions, enrolments, withdrawals, and lead‑to‑admission ratios.

Parent Relationship Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing parents to enhance trust and engagement.
• Conduct campus visits, school tours, open houses, orientation programmes, and parent information sessions.
• Understand parent expectations and effectively position the school's educational offerings to meet their requirements.
• Handle parent queries, concerns, and objections professionally, ensuring a seamless admissions experience.
• Represent the school at education exhibitions, community events, corporate engagements, and other promotional activities.

Marketing, Business Development & Market Expansion

• Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to develop effective admission campaigns and lead‑generation strategies.
• Identify new student recruitment opportunities, untapped markets, and potential enrolment channels.
• Establish strategic partnerships with corporates, expatriate communities, relocation agencies, education consultants, and other relevant networks.
• Conduct competitor analysis to understand market positioning, school offerings, fee structures, and admission trends.
• Recommend innovative initiatives to improve brand visibility, generate quality enquiries, and increase student enrolments.

Team Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Lead, guide, and motivate the admissions team to achieve individual and institutional enrolment targets.
• Establish clear performance goals, accountability measures, and structured follow‑up mechanisms.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency across the admissions process.
• Monitor team productivity, lead management, conversion performance, and overall admissions outcomes.
• Ensure accurate and updated records in the school's CRM/SIS and admissions databases.
• Prepare periodic MIS reports, enrolment forecasts, performance dashboards, and strategic updates for senior management.
• Ensure adherence to school policies, admission guidelines, documentation standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Education, Management, or a relevant discipline.
• 5–8 years of proven experience in admissions, student enrolment, or business development, preferably in an International School.
• Strong exposure to IB, Cambridge, IGCSE, British, American, or other internationally recognised curricula.
• Demonstrated track record of achieving student admissions, enrolment, and revenue targets.
• Proven expertise in parent counselling, lead conversion, relationship management, and admissions operations.
• Experience in managing admissions teams, CRM/SIS platforms, and student databases.
• Strong business development, networking, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work in a target‑driven environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• A proactive and commercially driven professional with a strong passion for education.
• Someone who can independently drive admissions strategy and deliver measurable enrolment results.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to build, mentor, and manage high‑performing teams.
• Excellent understanding of the international school education landscape and parent expectations.
• A strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach to admissions, marketing, and business development.

Ideal Candidate: A results‑driven admissions professional who can strengthen the school's market presence, maximize student enrolments, build lasting parent relationships, and contribute to the institution's overall growth.