Country Manager – South East Asia

AVENTIS GRADUATE SCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Country Manager for Southeast Asia to spearhead regional expansion and student recruitment. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in international education and a strong network in the sector. This senior leadership role offers attractive remuneration and the opportunity to operate independently across multiple markets in Southeast Asia.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance incentives

Strategic leadership role

Regional autonomy

Award-winning culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in international education, student recruitment, or business development.
• Strong network in the education ecosystem of Southeast Asia.
• Proactive, resourceful, and able to operate independently across multiple markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute student recruitment strategies across Southeast Asia.
• Build and maintain partnerships with universities and corporate clients.
• Ensure compliance with education regulations in each country.

Skills

Market expansion

Business development

Student recruitment

Relationship building

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Education

Master’s preferred

Job description

Country Manager – Southeast Asia

Location: Southeast Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines)

Employment Type: Full-time | Reports To: Group Managing Director, Aventis Graduate School

Lead Our Expansion Across Southeast Asia

Aventis Graduate School is looking for a driven and strategic Country Manager to lead our regional expansion across Southeast Asia. This is a senior leadership role ideal for a highly motivated individual with deep experience in education, business development, and international market growth.

You will be responsible for spearheading student recruitment, forging institutional partnerships, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing Aventis’ brand presence across key ASEAN markets.

Key Responsibilities

Market Expansion & Recruitment

• Develop and execute student recruitment strategies across Southeast Asia for postgraduate and executive education programmes
• Identify and activate new markets, education trends, and growth opportunities
• Represent Aventis at education fairs, industry events, and strategic partner engagements

Partnerships & Institutional Collaboration

• Build and maintain partnerships with universities, corporate clients, education agents, and government agencies
• Negotiate articulation, dual-degree, or franchise agreements to expand market presence
• Ensure that programme offerings are aligned with local needs and workforce trends

Compliance & Operations

• Ensure compliance with education and advertising regulations in each country
• Establish and manage local operational structures or offices, where needed
• Provide performance and market analysis reports to HQ in Singapore

Marketing & Brand Development

• Localise and roll out marketing campaigns in collaboration with Aventis’ HQ marketing team
• Strengthen brand awareness through digital platforms, alumni engagement, and media outreach
• Lead info sessions, webinars, and preview events to drive visibility and enrolments

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Education, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in international education, student recruitment, or business development in the ASEAN region
• Strong network in the education ecosystem of Southeast Asia
• Proven track record of market expansion and cross-border operations
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills
• Proactive, resourceful, and able to operate independently across multiple markets
• Willing to travel extensively across the region

What We Offer

• Strategic Leadership Role – High-impact position with regional ownership
• Attractive Remuneration – Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Regional Autonomy – Operate independently with strong HQ support
• Mission-Driven Work – Empower professionals and organizations through education
• Award-Winning Culture – Certified Great Place to Work with a collaborative team environment

About Aventis Graduate School

Aventis Graduate School is one of Asia’s most industry-focused institutions, offering practical and globally recognized postgraduate programmes in collaboration with leading universities from the UK, US, and Europe. Our learner-first model, digital delivery options, and strong industry links make us a preferred choice for working professionals across Asia and the Middle East.

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