Admissions Manager
Company: Upright
Location: New York, New York, United States
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Overview
Upright is a forward-thinking and dynamic organisation committed to excellence and innovation. We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Admissions Manager to join our team in New York. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing our admissions process, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for all prospective applicants. You will be a key representative of our brand, responsible for guiding candidates through their application journey and helping to shape the future of our cohorts. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional with a passion for helping people achieve their goals.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the entire admissions cycle, from initial enquiry through to final enrolment, ensuring efficiency and professionalism at every stage.
- Develop and implement effective admissions strategies to meet and exceed enrolment targets.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all applicants, providing timely and accurate information and support.
- Review applications, conduct interviews, and assess candidate suitability against our criteria.
- Collaborate closely with the marketing and outreach teams to promote our programmes and attract a diverse pool of high-calibre candidates.
- Maintain meticulous and up-to-date records of all applicant data and communications within our CRM system.
- Analyse admissions data to generate insights, prepare reports, and inform future recruitment strategy.
- Represent Upright at recruitment events, webinars, and information sessions with professionalism and enthusiasm.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in an admissions, recruitment, or a similar client-facing role.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build rapport with a wide range of individuals.
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with a meticulous eye for detail.
- The capacity to work autonomously as well as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in using CRM software and the MS Office Suite.
- A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is highly desirable.
- A genuine passion for education and a commitment to providing an outstanding candidate experience.
Benefits
- A competitive salary package.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- Generous paid time off and holiday entitlement.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
