Senior Operations Manager / Program

About Newton School :

Newton School of Technology (NST) is a new-age institution redefining technical education in India. Founded by IIT alumni, NST offers a 4-year B.Tech in Computer Science and AI, focused on hands-on learning and deep industry integration. Within two years, over 93% of students have secured paid internships with companies like Razorpay, SarvamAI, and DRDO, along with global exposure through tech treks to Singapore and Silicon Valley. Led by a distinguished faculty comprising ICPC World Finalists and ex-professionals from ISRO, Microsoft, MakeMyTrip, and several other leading tech organizations, NST is building a scalable, high-impact model that produces industry-ready talent for the world’s most advanced technology roles.

Role Overview :

We are looking for a high-ownership Senior Manager – Operations to lead and scale the admissions operations function. The role requires strong operational depth, people management, process excellence, and the ability to deliver a seamless and high-quality experience for applicants and internal teams.

You will oversee the end-to-end admissions operations , guide the team, and collaborate with cross-functional leaders to ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant execution across the full lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities :

• Own and drive the end-to-end admissions strategy , ensuring program-wise enrolment goals are met consistently.
• Oversee the entire admissions funnel , maintaining strong quality and conversion at every stage.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the admissions team , owning performance management, capability building, and execution standards.
• Partner closely with Marketing to optimise campaigns and ensure a steady flow of high-quality leads.
• Deliver a premium applicant experience through fast, personalised, and professional communication across all touchpoints.
• Ensure rigorous evaluations through structured tests, interviews, and a standardised selection process.
• Monitor admissions dashboards and data daily to identify gaps, improve funnel efficiency, and drive timely interventions.
• Strengthen SOPs, documentation, and compliance frameworks to ensure consistency and process discipline.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Academics, Finance, Careers, and Leadership to enable smooth, end-to-end execution.
• Drive accurate forecasting, planning, and seat allocation with a strong data-driven approach.
• Track intake quality, selection effectiveness, and scholarship utilisation to uphold cohort excellence and financial discipline.

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