Recruitment & Conversion Lead supporting an Australian university

Role / Title : Recruitment & Conversion Lead

Location : New Delhi

About Us

Acumen, established in 2008 under the Sannam S4 Group umbrella, is a premier internationalisation partner for educational institutions worldwide. Originating in India, we have expanded our services across Asia, North America, and beyond, providing comprehensive support to universities and organisations embarking on their global journeys.

Our Mission and Approach

Driven by research and rich data insights, Acumen offers innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of each partner. Our end-to-end services empower educational institutions to establish and enhance their international presence, ensuring they receive trusted guidance and expertise at every step.

Global Reach and Services

With a strong presence in India, South and Southeast Asia, and North America, Acumen delivers excellence in education consulting, advisory, and implementation. Our services include in-country representation, high school engagement, agent management, enrollment services, and strategic consulting, all designed to help institutions thrive in today's competitive international education landscape.

Our Team and Values

Our diverse team of over 300 professionals, with a 70% female representation, embodies our core values : Collaboration, Agility, Impact, Empowerment, and Integrity. This commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a dynamic and supportive environment, enabling us to deliver impactful solutions to our partners.

Why Choose Acumen

Our unique understanding of the education sector, combined with a people-first approach and student-focused insights, has made us an invaluable partner for educational institutions globally. We prioritise your needs, offering practitioner-led expertise and end-to-end support without taking commissions or selling services directly to students, ensuring our focus remains solely on enhancing your institution's success. Partner with Acumen to navigate the complexities of international education and achieve sustainable growth in the global arena.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven professional to join a leading international university as the Recruitment & Conversion Lead, responsible for driving student recruitment and conversion across India and South Asia. The role focuses on managing the end-to-end admissions process, enhancing student engagement, and building strong relationships with prospective students, education agents, and partner institutions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in student recruitment, admissions operations, and lead conversion, with experience in international higher education. This position requires effective stakeholder engagement, meticulous follow-ups, and collaboration with the university’s on-campus teams. The role also involves representing the university at fairs, events, and online platforms, requiring flexibility to travel across India. A self-motivated, organized, and persuasive professional, the Recruitment & Conversion Lead will play a key role in growing the university’s student base, enhancing brand visibility, and supporting its regional strategic objectives.

Role Summary : Key Responsibilities

Student Engagement & Conversion :

• Conduct consultations with prospective students to understand their academic backgrounds, interests, and study abroad goals.
• Provide accurate information on university USPs, courses, scholarships, eligibility criteria, and application processes.
• Address queries regarding admissions requirements, scholarship opportunities, and university policies.
• Build rapport with students and implement structured follow-ups to ensure smooth progress through application, offer, and deposit stages.
• Track and chase document submissions, including transcripts, SOPs, LORs, and other supporting materials.
• Utilize persuasion and negotiation skills to convert students at different stages of the recruitment funnel.

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If you are passionate about leading student recruitment, driving conversions, and enhancing the university’s regional engagement across India, while managing operations and building strong relationships with students, agents, and partner institutions, then this opportunity is for you.

Website Address : www.acumen.education

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