Role Regional Recruitment Manager- South Asia Location India Job type Full time Permanent Working arrangement Remote Travel Requirement Up to 50 travel across India occasional virtual events outside standard working hours 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 Regional Recruitment Manager - South Asia play a key role in implementing LSBU s international student recruitment strategy across the two markets The role focuses on achieving student application and enrolment targets by building strong relationships with education agents partner institutions schools and prospective students The postholder will represent LSBU at recruitment events deliver training to partners provide market insights and support conversion activities throughout the student journey This is a target-driven role requiring excellent relationship management communication and organisational skills alongside a deep understanding of the higher education landscape in India About London South Bank University LSBU London South Bank University LSBU is a leading public university located in the heart of London with a strong focus on employability innovation and inclusive education Established in 1892 LSBU offers industry-relevant undergraduate postgraduate and professional programmes across Business Engineering Health Arts and Social Sciences With a diverse international community representing over 170 nationalities LSBU provides students with the skills experience and confidence to succeed in the global workforce The university has established strong partnerships across South Asia and continues to grow its footprint in the region Role responsibilities Recruitment and Conversion Promote LSBU s academic programmes and value proposition to prospective students parents and partners Represent LSBU at recruitment fairs school visits information sessions and webinars both in-person and virtually Support students and counsellors through the application offer and CAS stages ensuring high-quality applicant conversion Develop and implement conversion activities including webinars pre-departure briefings and offer-holder engagement initiatives Partner and Agent Management Build and maintain strong working relationships with LSBU s authorised recruitment partners in India Deliver agent training sessions to improve product knowledge compliance and conversion performance Evaluate agent performance and provide regular updates to the Senior Manager - South Asia Identify and recommend new agent partnerships or institutional collaborations aligned with LSBU s recruitment strategy Market Development and Representation Conduct market research and provide insights on student trends competitor activities and policy changes Support the development of market-specific strategies to strengthen LSBU s presence in India Coordinate visits by LSBU academic and recruitment colleagues arranging logistics schedules and event participation Engage with alumni networks to promote LSBU success stories and encourage advocacy within the region Collaboration and Reporting Work closely with LSBU s recruitment teams to ensure alignment and support for regional goals Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of activities leads and outcomes in the university s CRM system Prepare and submit regular reports on market activities student enquiries and application progress to the Head of Recruitment - South Asia Provide timely feedback on regional performance and make recommendations for improvement Compliance and Brand Representation Ensure all recruitment practices adhere to LSBU policies brand standards and ethical recruitment guidelines Maintain a high standard of professionalism when representing LSBU externally Monitor market regulations and visa policy developments to ensure accurate student guidance and compliance Key Performance Indicators KPIs Achievement of application offer and enrolment targets for India Quality and responsiveness of partner and agent engagement Growth in LSBU s visibility and participation in recruitment events within the markets Timely and accurate reporting of recruitment activity and outcomes Strong collaboration with internal LSBU teams and regional colleagues Key skills and experience Essential Requirements Bachelor s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education skills and practical experience Experience supporting international student recruitment admissions or related engagement roles within higher education Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with education agents and institutional partners in India or similar regional markets Strong understanding of student decision-making processes and international application or admissions cycles or ability to learn quickly through training and onboarding Excellent English communication skills written and verbal with confidence in delivering presentations to diverse audiences Ability to work independently manage multiple priorities and work towards agreed objectives in a structured and accountable manner Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and familiarity with CRM or student-management systems with willingness to learn new platforms Ability and willingness to travel across countries and within the region as required with appropriate support and accommodations where needed Highly Desirable Criteria Experience supporting student recruitment partnership development or engagement activities for a UK or another internationally recognised higher-education institution Understanding of UK visa processes compliance requirements and or higher-education policies with openness to learning organisation-specific regulations Familiarity with digital engagement tools such as virtual events online recruitment platforms or digital marketing approaches Awareness of secondary and tertiary education systems in India and Nepal or experience working with comparable regional education landscapes Experience working effectively in multicultural cross-cultural or geographically dispersed teams Personal Attributes Able to work proactively stay organised and manage objectives in a structured and transparent manner Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse groups Demonstrates integrity professionalism and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement Comfortable working independently while contributing to a matrixed or multi-line reporting environment with support available when needed Open-minded adaptable and motivated by supporting learners and promoting inclusive international education 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 Robust 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 outstanding 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 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📌 In-country Representative- South Asia (India)
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