Recruitment & Admissions Manager

Role: Recruitment & Admissions Manager

Location: India (Remote)

Job type: Full time, Permanent
Working arrangement: Remote

Why QS?

At QS, we believe that work should empower you. That’s why we foster a flexible working environment that encourages every employee to own their career whilst thriving personally and professionally. Our company values underpin everything we do – we collaborate, respect and support each other.

It’s our mission to empower motivated people around the world to fulfil their potential through higher education, ensuring that everyone has access to opportunities that change lives.

Our diversity makes us stronger. By sharing our experiences, we learn from one another and achieve more together, driving progress across the sector.

At QS, you’ll be responsible for implementing real change in the international higher education landscape. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that see a positive impact across the business and the wider sector.

We’re confident you’ll feel right at home here. QS was named as one of Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® in the UK (October 2023), recognising the respect, trust and appreciation that drive our culture every day. And as a gold-accredited Investors in People organisation – putting us among the top 28% of workplaces globally – it’s official: QS is a place where everyone can thrive.

The Role:

The Manager of Recruitment & Admissions serves as a key representative of the Schulich School of Business in India and the South Asia region. Employed by QS India, the incumbent will work under the direction of the Head of Schulich Asia Regional Office (SARO), and collaborate closely with the Schulich Toronto team to achieve regional enrollment targets for all Schulich Graduate and Undergraduate programs.

With a strong understanding of the Indian and South Asian markets, the incumbent devises marketing and recruitment strategies to maximize reach and impact. They develop innovative initiatives, partnerships, and programs to successfully attract, recruit, matriculate, and retain high-caliber students for all programs at Schulich School of Business. The incumbent identifies opportunities to enhance Schulich’s online and offline presence in India (& the region) and generates leads for its programs in coordination with the Toronto team and local partners. At the end of each cycle, they evaluate results and identify areas for improvement. The role also involves recruiting students, conducting interviews, assessing their eligibility and fit for the applied program, and assisting successful applicants in confirming their offers. This role also entails building relationships with relevant partners, managing connections with test prep centers, establishing a strong presence at recruitment fairs and events, organizing promotional activities, and conducting one-on-one pre-admission assessment calls & interviews with all eligible/potential candidates.

Role responsibilities:

• Responsible for meeting regional enrolment targets for Schulich’s graduate programs and offering significant support to the admissions team in India & Toronto in helping them meet enrolment targets. Develops targeted marketing and recruitment strategies to maximize market reach and impact. Analyses impact of strategies at the end of each cycle and identifies areas for improvement.
• Executes on recruitment and conversion strategies for the India & South Asia market. Strategies require expertise in admissions, communications, marketing and knowledge of the Indian market. This includes development and delivery of presentations at information sessions, recruitment fairs and other activities as required.
• Meets goals for activities such as interviewing prospective candidates, keeps them engaged through to conversion, ensuring timely response and high levels of customer service.
• Coordinate the process of admission from application submission to programme registration.
• Work closely with MBA and Masters Admissions teams in Toronto to; achieve conversion targets, manage application decisions, provide pre-arrival information (as needed), ensure a smooth application experience.
• Is responsible for organizing marquee recruiting and conversion events, such as Experience Schulich, online and in-person information sessions, as well as important conversion events in key markets. Establishes and manages relationships with key stakeholders in India such as the High Commission, consulates, alumni, and test prep centers.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to define target cohort profiles, design admissions processes, and ensure adherence to our quality and diversity objectives, ultimately enhancing the school's ranking and reputation.
• Represent Schulich at global events, conferences, and in the higher education space in the region to enhance its reputation and build relationships with key partners
• Work closely with the Alumni Relations team to engage alumni in the region for community building, branding, marketing, and recruitment purposes.
Perform other recruitment duties assigned by your manager

Key skills and experience:

• Undergraduate degree in a related field, such as business, marketing, communications. MBA preferred.
• Candidates should bring relevant post-degree experience in revenue-focused or relationship-driven environments, a strong record of lead generation and meeting goals, a demonstrated commitment to customer and student support, and—ideally—familiarity with student advising, data-driven use of social media, CRM systems such as Salesforce, and the postsecondary environment.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to deliver compelling presentations and strong written communication
• Excellent sales and interpersonal skills
• Experience with CRMs, such as Salesforce (strong asset).
• Experience using social media platforms
• Strong attention to detail
• Familiarity with university admissions and recruitment processes (strong asset)
• Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to balance empathy and fairness
• Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills
• High level of initiative
• Superior organization skills
Ability to manage, juggle, adapt and be flexible in an environment of multiple priorities that constantly change

So, who are we and what do we do?

QS is the world leader in higher education services, analytics, insights and intelligence. From consultancy to student mobility, academic partnerships to branding solutions, our services power both institutional and individual success.

We’re behind the world’s most widely read university rankings (Meltwater 2023). Our QS World University Rankings® reach hundreds of millions, shaping decisions and guiding futures.

Since launching in 1990, our impact and influence have only grown. Today, we work with more than 2,000 of the world’s leading higher education institutions, over 12,000 employers, and governments seeking change and socioeconomic development through higher education.

Join QS and you’ll join an 800-strong community of problem-solvers, creators, collaborators and change-makers based in 40+ countries and 11 international offices, including Australia, Malaysia, India, Romania, Singapore, France, Germany, the USA and our headquarters in London.

With every talented new hire, business acquisition and bold initiative, we’re strengthening our reach and delivering even greater value to institutions and learners worldwide. Are you ready to shape the future of higher education?

We take investing in our people very seriously.

As standard you will have:

• Competitive base salary
• Access to an annual bonus scheme (for qualifying roles only)
• 21 days annual leave – increasing to 23 days after 5 years’ service + 8 days casual leave

• 14 days holiday for the year 2025
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Access to Provident Fund and Pension Fund Scheme
• Group Medical Insurance
A vibrant social environment and multicultural and multinational culture

But that’s not all. Outside of these standard benefits we also offer resources to allow professional growth and wellness initiatives to nurture a healthy mindset:

• Free subscription to the Calm App – the #1 app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation
• A focus on welfare which is led by our global wellness team, with mental health first aiders globally
• Access to a variety of diversity and inclusion initiatives and groups
• Strong recognition and reward programs – including a peer-to-peer recognition platform, quarterly and annual QS Applaud Awards, Connect with your Career annual personal development event
• Support for volunteering and study leave
• Free subscription to LinkedIn learning – with over 5,000 courses and programmes at your fingertips
Options to join our outstanding global Mentorship programme

Like what you’ve heard? Great, apply now!

As a candidate, we know the application and interview process can be daunting and so it’s important that you have a great experience with us. Our dedicated Talent Team will work hard to ensure you are fully informed at all stages and you are really excited by this opportunity to do meaningful work in the education space.

Equal opportunities

QS Quacquarelli Symonds is proud to be a fair and equal organisation where everyone has the same opportunity to achieve their full potential, irrespective of their background or personal attributes. We celebrate our diversity and believe through sharing our experiences we can learn from one another, be stronger together, and enable our business to thrive.

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