Best in the Industry + Performance-linked Incentives
Employment Type:
Full-time, Senior Leadership Role
About Firebird Institute of Research in Management
Firebird Institute of Research in Management is one of India's premier B-Schools, offering an
AICTE-approved PGDM Program
and an
International MBA in collaboration with Multimedia University, Malaysia
. With strong industry connect, global partnerships, and emphasis on experiential learning, Firebird is committed to nurturing future-ready leaders.
Position Overview
The
Senior Manager (Admissions)
will head the admissions vertical, directly reporting to the Director. This role demands a strategic and hands-on leader who can
guide and monitor the Team Leaders and Telecallers
, design and execute admission strategies, and ensure maximum conversions.
The candidate will be the
admission captain
- building the roadmap, motivating the team, and delivering successful intake for the PGDM program.
Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team Management
Lead, mentor, and supervise
Team Leaders
and
Telecallers
across the admissions function.
Set daily, weekly, and monthly performance goals for the admissions team.
Conduct regular training, performance reviews, and motivation sessions for team members.
Ensure smooth communication between marketing, counseling, and admissions teams.
Admissions Strategy & Execution
Develop and execute the
annual admissions plan
aligned with institutional goals.
Monitor lead generation activities from various channels (digital, offline, events, referrals).
Track lead conversion ratios, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
Manage end-to-end student admission journey: inquiry ? counseling ? follow-up ? enrollment.
Create strong student engagement strategies (counseling sessions, open house, webinars, campus tours).
Collaboration & Reporting
Work closely with the
Digital Marketing Head
to optimize campaigns for admissions.
Collaborate with academic teams for effective counseling on specializations and career prospects.
Submit regular reports on leads, follow-ups, conversions, and ROI of admission drives.
Recommend data-driven improvements in the admission funnel.
Qualifications & Skills
Postgraduate in
Management, Marketing, HR, or related field
(MBA/PGDM preferred).
Minimum
8-12 years of experience
in admissions/education management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Proven track record in
student recruitment and admissions strategy
.
Strong leadership, motivational, and team-handling skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Tech-savvy, familiar with CRM/ERP platforms for admissions.
Multilingual ability (English, Tamil, Hindi; other languages an advantage).
Why Join Firebird?
Lead the
flagship PGDM admissions team
at one of India's most dynamic B-Schools.
Attractive salary package + incentives for achieving admission milestones.
High-visibility leadership role with direct reporting to Director.
Career growth opportunities within Firebird's expanding education ecosystem.