Admissions Advisor
McLean, US
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools in 27 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.
ROLE SUMMARY:
Job Title: Admissions Advisor
Company: Kings InterHigh, part of Inspired Education Group
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-Time - 40 hours
Location: US based in Washington, D.C. metro area - Hybrid
Salary: starting at 70,000
Start date: Anticipated for June 23,2025
Additional Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision with United Healthcare, Employee Assistance Program, Vacation and Sick leave, Employer paid Life Insurance, 401K with company match and more!
Inspired Online Schools, part of the Inspired Education group, is a transformative group of online schools, including King’s InterHigh, the leading British Curriculum Online School with over 6,000 students globally. King's InterHigh has been at the forefront of online education, providing a complete online via our state-of-the-art learning portal and offering an excellent education without borders.
As a part of our mission to bring excellence in education to more students in the United States and globally, we are seeking a dynamic and motivated Admissions Advisor/ Operations Specialist to join our team and grow our student body. Reporting to the US Head of Admissions, this role will support families from their first inquiry through enrollment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about education, results-focused and solutions-oriented, eager to support families, and adept at building trust among diverse stakeholders.
This hybrid position is based in the Washington, DC metro area, and in addition to the flexibility of remote work, our Admissions Advisors will be expected to come to our office several days a week as needed to engage directly with colleagues and foster strong professional relationships. This position will collaborate closely with our global Admissions, B2B Partnerships and Marketing teams and may require some travel across the US.
Join us and experience a work environment that values flexibility, innovation, and the power of personal connections!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with prospective students and their families.
- Provide highly-personalized guidance and support to families throughout the admissions process.
- Conduct virtual meetings, phone calls, SMS and email correspondence to engage with prospective families.
- Participate in admissions and school events, including Virtual Open Houses, webinars, and in-person events, to connect with prospective families and participate in the life of the school.
- Manage a pipeline of prospective students and families from initial inquiry to enrollment.
- Utilize CRM tools to track and nurture leads effectively.
- Follow up with prospective families in a timely manner to ensure a positive enrollment experience.
- Communicate the benefits and features of King's InterHigh USA's programs in relation to traditional or other online schooling options.
- Communicate the key similarities and differences between King’s InterHigh’s US and UK programs.
- Address inquiries knowledgeably regarding curriculum, program offering, and student support.
- Provide feedback and insights to improve the admissions process and enhance the prospective family experience.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with team members and other departments across the school.
- Proactively seek opportunities to deepen understanding of the King’s InterHigh offering and participate in the life of the school.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Preferred experience in admissions, sales, or customer service, ideally within the education sector.
- Knowledge of the US K-12 education system. Experience with online education a plus.
- Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid environment.
- Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
- Passion for education and a commitment to the mission of Inspired Online Schools.
- Ability to travel within the US and abroad.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com