About the Role:
At Summit Valley Academy, we believe that every student's educational journey begins with a welcoming and seamless admissions experience. We are looking for a Senior Admissions Manager (m/f/d) to lead our admissions strategy, strengthen enrollment initiatives, and oversee the daily operations of our admissions department. This role is responsible for developing recruitment plans, improving applicant experiences, and ensuring admissions processes are efficient, transparent, and aligned with the academy's mission. You will lead a dedicated admissions team while collaborating with academic departments and school leadership to achieve enrollment goals.
Why Work With Us?
Collaborative Environment: Join a respected educational institution where innovation, student success, and professional excellence are valued. Our team works together to create meaningful educational opportunities for students and families.
Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in shaping the future of our academy by attracting talented students and enhancing the overall admissions experience.
Professional Growth: We invest in our people through leadership development, industry conferences, professional memberships, and continuing education opportunities.
Supportive Culture: Work alongside experienced education professionals in a collaborative environment that encourages new ideas, continuous improvement, and career advancement.
Key Responsibilities
Admissions Strategy: Develop and implement comprehensive student recruitment and enrollment strategies that support institutional growth objectives.
Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and support Admissions Officers and Enrollment Coordinators by providing coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
Enrollment Operations: Oversee the complete admissions lifecycle, ensuring applications are processed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with institutional policies.
Relationship Management: Build strong partnerships with prospective students, parents, educational partners, and community organizations to strengthen the academy's reputation and enrollment pipeline.
Data and Performance Analysis: Monitor admissions metrics, prepare enrollment reports, identify market trends, and recommend improvements based on data-driven insights.
Policy Compliance: Ensure all admissions activities comply with applicable education regulations, privacy standards, and institutional guidelines.
What We Are Looking For
Experience: 8+ years of experience in admissions, enrollment management, student recruitment, or educational administration, including at least 4+ years in a senior management or leadership role overseeing admissions teams and strategic enrollment initiatives.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, Marketing, or a related field. A postgraduate qualification is considered an asset.
Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams, manage multiple priorities, and deliver measurable enrollment results.
Communication: Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage effectively with students, families, educational partners, and internal stakeholders.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with Student Information Systems (SIS), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, and admissions reporting tools.
Mindset: A strategic and student-focused leader who values continuous improvement, embraces collaboration, and is committed to delivering an outstanding admissions experience while achieving long-term enrollment objectives.
Pay: $6,675.00-$7,500.00 per month
Work Location: In person
