INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS ADVISOR Matosinhos

INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS ADVISOR
Matosinhos
Matosinhos, Porto District, Portugal

INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS ADVISOR

At Porto Business School, we take pride in our culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and ability to innovate. More than just a business school, we are a partner in personal and organizational development and transformation. Our Mission is to support
- changing journeys for individuals and organizations, aiming for the greater good of societies. We seek individuals who aspire to learn and grow, and we aim to venture where no business school has gone before.

Job Summary

The Admissions Advisor will be a key member of the commercial team, driving the enrollment of executive education programs and representing Porto Business School to a diverse international audience. We are looking for someone with strong commercial acumen, exceptional communication skills, and a
- oriented mindset. The ideal candidate will have experience working in international markets, preferably in the education sector, with a focus on executive education sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively manage the admissions pipeline, ensuring the achievement of enrollment targets for executive programs.
• Provide personalized guidance to prospective candidates, helping them identify programs that align with their professional goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with individual applicants and corporate partners, strengthening the school’s reputation in key markets.
• Proactively identify new business opportunities and contribute to the expansion of international outreach.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to optimize lead generation efforts and ensure consistent messaging across touchpoints.
• Conduct admissions interviews and assess the suitability of candidates for specific programs.
• Deliver compelling presentations to prospective students, HR
  - makers, and corporate stakeholders.
• Stay informed about trends in executive education and market dynamics, providing insights to support the continuous improvement of admissions strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in sales, business development, or admissions, ideally within the executive education or higher education sector.
• Strong understanding of international markets and cultural nuances in business education.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with a consultative sales approach.
• Goal-oriented mindset with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and lead management platforms.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a
  - paced environment.
• Fluency in English (additional languages are an advantage).
• Availability for frequent national and international travel to connect with prospective candidates and corporate partners.

Porto Business School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a culture that values and respects individuality and diversity. In alignment with our core values, we strongly encourage applications from individuals who will contribute to and enrich our diverse and inclusive community.