Education Growth CEO | Strategy, Schools & Innovation

Agensi Pekerjaan Executive Recruiters; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Agensi Pekerjaan Executive Recruiters seeks a Chief Executive Officer to lead the Education Division in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. You will shape the education vision, drive growth, and oversee academic, operational and financial performance across pre-schools, international schools, and digital platforms.

The role requires a Master’s in Education with MBA preferred, 15+ years in education leadership, and a proven track record in expanding education businesses internationally while maintaining

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education leadership or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership in education management.
• Experience with international school operations.
• Strong strategic and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Education Division’s short-, medium- and long-term strategic plans in alignment with the Group’s overall direction.
• Establish and drive the education vision, mission, curriculum direction, growth strategy and business roadmap.
• Oversee academic, operational and commercial performance to ensure academic excellence, operational effectiveness, sustainable growth and long-term business viability.
• Lead the expansion and development of the Education portfolio, including new pre-schools, international schools, enrichment centres and digital learning platforms.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities, revenue streams, strategic alliances, curriculum partnerships, education technology collaborations and international networks.
• Lead feasibility studies and strategic planning for new school establishments, including licensing, accreditation, partnerships and capital requirements. Take full accountability for the Education Division’s P&L;, including budgeting, forecasting, fee strategy, cost management, resource allocation and capital investment.
• Drive financial sustainability through effective revenue generation, funding, grants, sponsorships and alternative education-related income streams. Oversee the recruitment, development, performance management and succession planning of academic and operational leadership teams.
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative and professional culture that promotes employee engagement, retention, continuous learning and development.
• Oversee daily academic, operational and administrative activities to ensure a safe, high-quality and effective learning environment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory requirements, Ministry of Education regulations, accreditation standards, safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and internal governance policies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Education management

P&L management

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master’s in Education

MBA

15+ years leadership

International school ops

Job description

Agensi Pekerjaan Executive Recruiters seeks a Chief Executive Officer to lead the Education Division in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. You will shape the education vision, drive growth, and oversee academic, operational and financial performance across pre-schools, international schools, and digital platforms.

The role requires a Master’s in Education with MBA preferred, 15+ years in education leadership, and a proven track record in expanding education businesses internationally while maintaining