About this role
Student Recruitment and Market Development
• Lead and drive number and revenue targets across all lines of business • Develop a comprehensive recruitment and marketing plan which includes participation in recruitment activities such as exhibitions, seminars, alumni events to meet the set student admission targets • Maintain a data-driven approach to recruitment, monitoring application and admission trends, and reporting on all phases of recruitment process to the Regional Recruitment Office • Achieve student admission targets through the established channels of recruitment agents and feeder schools and universities • Lead conversion activities including attendance at events and discussions with potential students and their parents and offer education advice and guidance • Managing assigned country budget allocation, prepare reports and forecasts as required • Manage effective launch of new programmes in-country • Enhance SIM’s in-market value proposition to differentiate against competitive offerings • Identify, maintain and develop relationships with key bodies including embassies, government agencies and private sector companies (for creating internship, career and sponsorship opportunities) • Developing, maintaining and managing strategic working relationships, partnerships and activities with key stakeholders (internally and externally) Corporate Engagement
• Agencies and private sectors (for creating internship, career and sponsorship opportunities) • Developing, maintaining and managing strategic working relationships, partnerships and activities with key stakeholders (internally and externally)
Sales Management
• Work with internal departments to ensure smooth admission of students
Work experience
• At least 5 years of managerial experience leading and developing cross-cultural teams in business development, account management, sales management, or related functions. • Proven track record in driving business growth, managing key accounts, achieving sales targets, and building long-term strategic partnerships. • Experience working with diverse stakeholders across different countries, cultures, and business environments, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships effectively. • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate teams to deliver strong performance while fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. • Experience in developing and executing market expansion initiatives, partnership engagement strategies, and client retention programmes. • Working knowledge of Singapore's Private Education sector and the Transnational Education (TNE) landscape will be an advantage. • Familiarity with higher education institutions, international student recruitment, academic partnerships, articulation pathways, or education-related business development activities is preferred. • Frequent overseas travel is required as part of this role.
Academic qualifications
• A business or communication undergraduate degree
Personal Attributes
• Strong relationship builder with the ability to establish trust and credibility with institutions, recruitment agencies, and stakeholders. • Results-oriented and driven to achieve business growth, revenue targets, and strategic objectives. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. • Strategic thinker who balances long-term business objectives with day-to-day operational priorities. • Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. • Skilled negotiator with the ability to influence outcomes and manage complex discussions effectively. • Customer-focused, with a strong commitment to delivering value and maintaining long-term client relationships. • Collaborative and able to work across functions to drive alignment and successful business outcomes. • Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.