Head of Marketing & Admissions

STEAM Education Group; Uppsala kommun; On-site; SEK 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international education provider in Uppsala is seeking a Marketing and Admissions Manager to lead their marketing and admissions functions. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in the education sector, particularly with international schools, and a track record in driving student recruitment. This is a full-time role with competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in marketing and admissions management, preferably in education.
• Strong experience with international schools or private education.
• Demonstrated success in student recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Develop a 3–5 year marketing & admissions strategy.
• Lead a team of specialists in various marketing functions.
• Manage budgets and ensure ROI on marketing spend.

Skills

Marketing management

Admissions strategy

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Job description

STEAM Education believes that each child can achieve their fullest potential through a continuum of educational provision. Faculty and staff, in partnerships with parents, strive to provide an inclusive and responsive program that guides students towards academic success and self-advocacy. This will ensure our students are fully prepared to pursue their individual college and career goals upon graduation.

STEAM Education corporate provides a comprehensive and challenging international education that fosters informed and engaged local, regional and global citizenship. We inspire students to be lifelong learners who contribute positively to a diverse and changing world.

STEAM Schools prepares students for living in the real world. When it comes to actually teaching students how to become innovative thinkers, they need to learn leadership skills, to be encouraged to think creatively, and to be taught independent thinking and learning. Innovative classrooms are beginning to place more emphasis on the soft skills needed to thrive in today’s world.

We look for highly-trained, experienced educators who continually expand their subject knowledge and technology prowess, integrate new ways of teaching, and share their love of learning.

About STEAM Education Schools

STEAM Education is one of Sweden’s leading providers of international education. We operate Uppsala International School (Cambridge curriculum), British School Gothenburg, and will soon open two new international schools in Stockholm (British & American). Our schools welcome students aged 5–19 from over 40 nationalities, offering world-class international curricula.

Location: Uppsala (with occasional travel to Stockholm & Gothenburg)

Contract: Full-time

Mission of the Role

To lead and manage all marketing, admissions, and communications functions across STEAM Education schools, ensuring sustainable student recruitment and brand growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic

• Develop a 3–5 year marketing & admissions strategy aligned with growth targets.
• Position STEAM Education as a leading brand in international education in Sweden.
• Forecast enrollment trends and advise leadership on admissions strategy.

Operational

• Lead a team of specialists (digital, content, admissions, design).
• Oversee all marketing campaigns: digital, print, PR, and events.
• Manage budgets and ensure ROI on marketing spend.
• Build relationships with embassies, relocation companies, HR directors, and international communities.
• Ensure compliance with Skolinspektionen regulations in marketing and admissions.
• Report admissions pipelines and marketing performance to leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• 7+ years in marketing and admissions management (education sector highly preferred).
• Strong experience with international schools, universities, or private education providers.
• Demonstrated success in student recruitment and enrollment growth.
• Excellent English ( Swedish a strong advantage).
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Desired Personal Traits

• Strategic and analytical thinker.
• Relationship-builder with a diplomatic, international outlook.