Admissions Manager

Full-time, permanent | Methodist Ladies' College, Kew

Lead a high-performing team and shape the future of one of Australia's leading girls' schools.

About MLC

Methodist Ladies' College (MLC) is one of Australia's most respected independent schools, educating girls from Prep to Year 12 and offering co-educational Early Learning programs.

We are known for the unmatched breadth and depth of our integrated learning and wellbeing experiences, which empower students to explore their interests, pursue their passions and achieve their best.

An MLC education inspires students to be the citizens the world needs. Our commitment to excellence and innovation, combined with a rich curriculum, diverse co-curricular opportunities, and exceptional facilities, ensures that students are equipped to thrive at every stage of their education and beyond.

Joining MLC means being part of a values-based, dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for students and families.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Admissions Manager to lead our talented admissions team and continue building on MLC's strong enrolment success. Reporting to the Director of Community Engagement, you will oversee a seamless, values-led admissions process that engages prospective families from their first enquiry through to confirmed enrolment.

This hands-on leadership role blends team leadership, data-informed strategy, stakeholder engagement and market insight, and includes representing MLC at key recruitment events and expos in Australia and overseas.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach and develop the Admissions team to deliver exceptional service and outcomes.
• Oversee the full admissions lifecycle, including enquiries, applications, interviews, offers and onboarding.
• Partner with Marketing and Family Engagement teams to ensure a seamless prospective family journey.
• Conduct market analysis and competitor benchmarking to inform enrolment strategies.
• Represent MLC at open days, tours, community events and domestic and international recruitment opportunities.
• Provide accurate reporting, forecasts and insights to College leadership.

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated experience in admissions and enrolment management or a related field, ideally within education.
• Proven leadership experience and strong team-management skills.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder-engagement skills.
• Strategic and data-driven approach to enrolment management.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency with CRM and admissions systems.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Tertiary qualifications in business, marketing, education or a related discipline and experience with international student recruitment and CRICOS compliance will be highly regarded.

Why Join MLC?

• Be part of a highly respected and values-driven independent school community.
• Work in a collaborative, future-focused environment with passionate colleagues.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the College's thriving student community.
• Enjoy professional development opportunities and a supportive leadership team.

Applications close Sunday 2 November

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Aimee Lowe, Director of Community Engagement on

MLC puts child safety at the forefront and are committed to providing a child safe environment. The safety of our students is paramount and is the responsibility of all of our staff.  The successful candidate must have a valid Working with Children Check.