Associate Director of Admissions

About Newton School of Technology:-
Newton School of Technology (NST) is a new-age technology institution transforming higher education through industry-integrated programs in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science. Our mission is to nurture the next generation of technology leaders by combining world-class academics with hands-on industry experience.
Role Overview:-
We are looking for a high-ownership Associate Director - Admissions 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
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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 optimize campaigns and ensure a steady flow of high-quality leads.
Deliver a premium applicant experience through fast, personalized, and professional communication across all touchpoints.
Ensure rigorous evaluations through structured tests, interviews, and a standardized 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 utilization to uphold cohort excellence and financial discipline
Required Qualifications & Skills:-
Must-Have
8+ Relevant experience in Operations, Admissions, Sales Ops, or Program
Execution in education, ed-tech, or premium institutions
Strong analytical skills with experience in CRM tools, reporting, and data interpretation
Proven capability in leading and developing teams.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to perform effectively in target-driven, fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience in higher education or new-age institutional setups.
Exposure to customer experience-oriented environments.
Educational background in Business, Operations, or related fields.
What Success Looks Like:-
Seamless admissions operations with high-quality executions.
Strong intake quality and consistent applicant experience.
High satisfaction from students and internal stakeholders.
Scalable and efficient SOPs.
A motivated and high-performing operations team

Work arrangement
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