Head of Admissions Department

WGT EHR PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant international school in Singapore is looking for a strategic and inspiring Head of Admissions. In this role, you will lead and mentor a high-performing admissions team, develop effective enrollment strategies, and build trustworthy relationships with diverse families. Your contributions will help transform interest into committed enrollments, ensuring a seamless and exceptional experience for prospective families. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in admissions or a related client-facing role and possess strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in admissions, sales, or a client-facing leadership role.
• Proven leadership skills, especially in coaching teams and driving results.
• Exceptional communication skills and high cultural intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop a high-performing admissions team.
• Develop and execute data-informed admissions strategies.
• Build relationships with diverse prospective families.
• Oversee the admissions lifecycle ensuring a seamless experience.

Skills

Mentoring

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

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.

Your 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.
• Working location: Central west

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