Admissions, Head of Department

WGT EHR PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Singapore seeks a Head of Admissions to lead enrollment efforts and mentor a dedicated team. This key leadership role involves transforming interest into enrollments while ensuring a seamless experience from inquiry to enrollment. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in admissions or a related field, with strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary discussed upon application.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in admissions or related leadership role in an international school.
• Proven ability to coach teams and drive results.
• Exceptional communication skills and cultural intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the admissions team to foster excellence and collaboration.
• Develop and execute data-informed admissions strategies.
• Build relationships with prospective families and share school value.
• Optimize the admissions lifecycle ensuring a professional and personal experience.

Skills

Team leadership

Data analysis

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

We are a vibrant international school seeking a strategic and inspiring Head of Admissions to lead our enrolment efforts and welcome the next generation of students and families. This is a key leadership role where you will architect our admissions strategy, mentor a dedicated team, and be the welcoming face of our school.

You will be the driving force behind our growth, transforming prospective family interest into committed enrollments by delivering an exceptional and seamless experience from first inquiry to first day of school.

Key Impact

• Lead & Inspire: Mentor and develop a high-performing admissions team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and shared success.
• Drive Strategy: Develop and execute data-informed admissions strategies to meet and exceed enrolment targets across all school divisions.
• Build Relationships: Serve as a key ambassador, building trust with prospective families from diverse backgrounds and confidently sharing our school's unique value.
• Optimize the Journey: Oversee and refine the entire admissions lifecycle—from tours and open houses to application review and onboarding—ensuring every touchpoint is professional and personal.

Requirements

• At least Bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of experience in admissions, sales, or a related client-facing leadership role, ideally within an international school environment preferred.
• Proven leader who excels at coaching teams, analyzing data, and driving results.
• You have exceptional communication skills, high cultural intelligence, and a genuine passion for connecting with families.
• You are a strategic thinker with a customer-centric mindset, motivated by the goal of building a strong, diverse school community.

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