Senior Manager

About Rostrum Education: Rostrum Education is one of the world’s leading global education consultancies, empowering high school students to gain admission to the most competitive universities across the U.S., U.K., Canada, and beyond. Rostrum was created to bridge the gap between student potential and world-class education. Over the years, our students have earned offers from top universities such as Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Yale, Columbia, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, UChicago, LSE, and the University of Toronto, among many others. We provide end-to-end mentorship—from early profile building and academic planning to final application submissions and admissions success. At Rostrum, we don’t just help students apply—we help them discover purpose, refine their voice, and take confident steps toward becoming global citizens and changemakers. Dive into the full story: https://rostrumedu.com/ Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager - College Admissions to lead our undergraduate admissions advisory team and drive exceptional outcomes for our students. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in global university admissions, a strong understanding of student psychology, and the ability to mentor a team of counselors while maintaining direct engagement with high-potential students and parents. This role demands a balance of strategic leadership, operational excellence, and hands-on counseling, ensuring that every student receives world-class guidance on their academic and career pathways. Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Leadership & Team Management: - Lead, mentor, and develop a team of admissions counselors to deliver high-quality, personalized student guidance. - Define and implement counseling frameworks, best practices, and performance metrics for the team. - Collaborate with leadership to set annual counseling goals, monitor outcomes, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives. - Conduct regular training sessions on evolving global admissions trends, essay strategies, and student engagement techniques. 2. Student Counseling & Admissions Strategy: - Personally counsel high-profile or complex student cases, guiding them through university shortlisting, application strategies, and essay development. - Oversee the quality of all application materials, ensuring students present strong, differentiated profiles aligned with target university expectations. - Advise students on standardized tests (SAT, ACT, APs), academic planning, and extracurricular strategy to strengthen applications. - Guide students on scholarship opportunities, financial aid processes, and international application systems (Common App, UCAS, OUAC, etc.). 3. Parent & Stakeholder Engagement: - Serve as a trusted advisor to parents, maintaining consistent communication and offering insights on student progress, readiness, and admission timelines. - Partner with marketing and communications teams to conceptualize and deliver high-impact webinars, workshops, and university info sessions. - Represent the organization in parent meetings, school partnerships, and educational forums to strengthen brand credibility. 4. Research, Insights & Process Excellence: - Lead ongoing research on global university trends, evolving admission requirements, and new academic programs. - Ensure robust data management and documentation of student journeys, application progress, and outcomes through CRM tools. - Drive innovation in counseling methods by integrating analytics, feedback mechanisms, and data-driven insights. - Encourage student participation in top-tier academic and extracurricular competitions such as the John Locke Essay Competition and Math Olympiads. Qualifications & Skills: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Psychology, Liberal Arts, or a related field. - 5+ years of experience in university admissions counseling or higher education advisory, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. - Proven track record of guiding students toward successful admissions at top global universities. - Strong communication, mentoring, and interpersonal skills with a student-first mindset. - Excellent writing and editing abilities for reviewing applications and essays. - Proficiency in MS Office, G Suite, and CRM/ERP tools. - Ability to multitask, manage timelines, and thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Why Join Rostrum Education? - Work with a highly experienced team of mentors, including former Ivy League and Oxbridge admissions officers. - Gain hands-on experience in global university admissions consulting. - Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. - Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth in the education sector. - Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to shaping students’ futures.