Job Title: Admissions Manager
Job Summary
The Admissions Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and executing the school’s admissions strategy to achieve enrollment targets. This role involves leading the admissions function, driving parent engagement, ensuring high conversion rates, and delivering a seamless and positive admission experience. The Admissions Manager also plays a key role in strengthening the school’s brand presence through outreach and relationship management.
Key Responsibilities1. Admissions Strategy & Planning
- Develop and implement annual and term-wise admissions plans aligned with enrollment targets.
- Design strategies to attract prospective students through various channels (walk-ins, referrals, digital campaigns, events).
- Monitor market trends, competitor offerings, and parent expectations to refine admission strategies.
2. Lead Management & Conversion
- Oversee the entire admission funnel: inquiry → counseling → application → enrollment.
- Ensure timely follow-up on all leads through calls, emails, and meetings.
- Drive conversion strategies to achieve and exceed admission targets.
3. Parent Counseling & Relationship Management
- Personally handle high-value or critical parent interactions.
- Provide detailed guidance on curriculum, teaching methodology, facilities, fee structure, and policies.
- Build trust and long-term relationships with prospective and existing parents.
- Address queries, concerns, and objections effectively to improve conversion rates.
4. Team Management (if applicable)
- Supervise and mentor Admission Executives / Counselors.
- Set individual targets and monitor team performance.
- Conduct regular training sessions on communication, counseling, and conversion techniques.
- Ensure team adherence to admission processes and service standards.
5. Events & Outreach
- Plan and execute admission events such as open houses, campus tours, school fairs, and orientation programs.
- Collaborate with marketing teams for campaigns, promotions, and branding initiatives.
- Build partnerships with local communities, preschools, and organizations for lead generation.
6. Process Management & Compliance
- Ensure smooth and transparent admission procedures in line with school policies and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee documentation, application verification, and enrollment formalities.
- Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of student and parent data.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong counseling and persuasion abilities
- Leadership and team management skills
- Target-oriented with strong sales acumen
- Customer-centric mindset
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in MS Office, CRM tools, and reporting systems
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in admissions, sales, counseling, or customer relationship roles
- Prior experience in educational institutions (schools preferred) is an advantage
Career Progression
Admissions Manager → Senior Admissions Manager → Head of Admissions → Director – Admissions & Marketing
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
