Senior Manager (Marketing), MSc Programmes Office

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a strategic Marketing Manager to execute marketing strategies for its MSc Programmes. This role involves digital marketing campaigns and team leadership. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in higher education marketing with strong skills in performance marketing and stakeholder engagement. Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese is required, and the position is based at the Kent Ridge Campus.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of relevant experience in higher education marketing or digital marketing.
• Demonstrated success in planning and executing digital campaigns.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute the marketing strategy for the MSc Programmes Office.
• Manage end-to-end digital campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Lead and mentor a marketing team.

Skills

Digital marketing

Lead lifecycle management

Data-informed performance analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications

Tools

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

Slate

Job description

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The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore. Founded in 1905 as the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore

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About NUS Business School

Founded in the same year that Singapore gained independence, NUS Business School stands today among the world's leading business schools. It is distinctive for offering the best of global business knowledge with deep Asian insights, preparing students to lead Asian businesses to international success and to help global businesses succeed in Asia.

For more than 50 years, NUS Business School has offered a rigorous, relevant and rewarding business education to outstanding students from across the world. That would not have been possible without a group of dedicated professionals who are passionate about building a positive environment to grow and groom future business leaders. And we are looking to add to our BIZ family!

To learn more about the NUS Business School, please visit https://bschool.nus.edu.sg/

Job Description

The incumbent will play a key role in shaping and executing the marketing strategy for the MSc Programmes Office. This position focuses on driving student enrolment through integrated digital marketing campaigns, market-specific engagement initiatives, and data-informed performance analysis. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset and strong execution capabilities in digital performance marketing, marketing technology (MarTech), and lead lifecycle management.

1. Digital & AI-driven Performance Marketing

• Plan and manage end-to-end digital campaigns across platforms such as Google, Meta, LinkedIn, WeChat, Xiaohongshu, Douyin, and programmatic networks to generate quality leads.
• Oversee media agencies, campaign budgets, KPIs, and performance reporting.
• Ensure consistent and compelling messaging across all channels that effectively communicates each programme's unique value proposition.

2. Martech & Lead Management

• Oversee the lead lifecycle using marketing automation tools (e.g., Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Slate).
• Partner with the admissions team to enhance lead nurturing, scoring, and conversion workflows.
• Maintain and enhance lead databases with a focus on data accuracy, segmentation, and GDPR compliance.
• Develop real-time dashboards to monitor campaign and funnel performance.

3. In-Market Messaging & Activation

• Customize and localize messaging for target markets.
• Plan and implement in-market initiatives such as virtual events, strategic partnerships, content collaborations, and alumni showcases.
• Work closely with regional partners to ensure alignment and cultural relevance in execution.

4. Strategic Planning & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop annual and quarterly marketing plans aligned with the goals of the programme office.
• Provide performance insights and market intelligence to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with programme directors, faculty, admissions teams, and external vendors to ensure cohesive and effective marketing execution.

5. Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a marketing team to deliver results across key marketing functions.
• Set clear goals and expectations, provide regular feedback and support professional development and upskilling.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related discipline
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in higher education marketing, digital marketing, or B2C lead generation.
• Demonstrated success in planning and executing digital campaigns across diverse markets with measurable impact.
• Proficient in using marketing automation platforms and CRM systems to drive campaign performance and lead management.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in regional or international marketing contexts is a plus.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese, with the ability to understand marketing content and channels targeting Chinese-speaking audiences.
• Willing and able to travel overseas for business purposes as required.

(Appointment job grade will commensurate with the selected candidate's experience)

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: School of Business

Department : Dean's Office (BIZ)

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 29804