Manager, Graduate Programmes Recruitment

About the Role

The Manager of Graduate Programmes Recruitment at NUS Institute of Systems Science (NUS-ISS) is tasked with driving growth in graduate programme applications and enrolments. This role involves overseeing the complete recruitment funnel, using data-driven approaches, targeted marketing campaigns, and fostering collaboration, particularly within Singapore and Southeast Asia regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve annual and quarterly enrolment goals with clear monitoring for each recruitment stage.
• Optimize the recruitment funnel to maintain or improve conversion rates from lead to application and application to enrolment.
• Utilize analytics tools to deliver real-time performance tracking and actionable insights.
• Plan and execute a set number of outreach events each quarter, analyzing return on investment post-event.
• Develop a robust pipeline of qualified leads through targeted marketing initiatives backed by data analysis.
• Manage logistics and administrative tasks related to recruitment events and campaigns.
• Collaborate with local and international Business Development teams to promote flexible learning pathways and sponsored enrolment opportunities.
• Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with Human Resources and Learning & Development departments to enhance talent pipelines.
• Ensure consistent communication and strategic alignment among Programme Chiefs, Marketing, Admissions, and Business Development units.
• Provide market insights to guide program positioning and the development of new offerings.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional reviews focusing on recruitment performance, delivering insights and recommending improvements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years' experience in recruitment, marketing, or business development.
• Demonstrated success in surpassing enrolment or sales targets within performance-focussed environments.
• Proficiency in using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and data analytics tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with a talent for stakeholder engagement and teamwork.
• Strong ownership mentality, proactive attitude, and readiness to support colleagues as required.
• Adaptable, growth-driven professional comfortable working in dynamic and ambiguous settings.
• Strategic thinker capable of uniting cross-department teams towards common objectives while contributing as a reliable team member.

Additional Information

Job Requisition ID: 25606

University-Level Unit: NUS-ISS

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Corporate Services

Employee Category: Executive & Administrative

Posting Start Date: 31 August 2026

Work Location: Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore