Whole School: Head of Marketing, Admissions and Communications (m/w/d)
Leipzig
Full-time
Permanent employee
General
At Leipzig International School, how families experience us matters. This role brings together marketing, admissions and communication to ensure that every interaction with LIS, from first inquiry through enrolment and into ongoing engagement, reflects who we are as a learning community. The experience should be clear, thoughtful and aligned with our values. This role leads the clarity, tone and consistency of how LIS is expressed, while overseeing communications, marketing and admissions to ensure a coherent and aligned experience over time.
Your tasks and responsibilities
- Lead the development of a coherent marketing, admissions and communication approach aligned with the LIS strategic direction
- Use data and insight to guide enrolment planning and decision-making
- Monitor trends, positioning and enrolment patterns to ensure LIS is clearly and authentically represented
- Provide leadership and coordination for the relevant teams and functions
- Support enrolment planning through data-informed decision-making
- Ensure a consistent and effective approach to internal and external communications
- Strengthen stakeholder engagement and support the school’s reputation and positioning
- Contribute to whole-school planning and strategic initiatives
Your profile
- Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Education Management or a related field
- Ability to manage teams and projects
- Experience in strategic planning and implementation
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Analytical and organisational capability
- Commitment to the values and mission of Leipzig International School
What we offer
- A vibrant, diverse, and supportive school community
- Opportunities for professional growth in a globally connected environment
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our learners as they grow into confident, internationally-minded individuals
- Wonderful students who are interested in learning
- A dynamic and diverse workplace that continues to develop best teaching and learning practice
- 30 days of paid vacation, and December 24 and 31 designated as non-working days
- The chance to engage in the life of the International School in the beautiful city of Leipzig; a historic, green, vibrant university city that is safe, well-connected, and in the cultural heart of Europe
- Company benefits such as company pension scheme, supplementary health insurance, moving allowance, JobRad leasing, financial support for a German language course etc. (Awarded the designation of a Socially Responsible Employer)
About us
Leipzig International School GmbH (LIS) is a warm and vibrant non-profit educational community dedicated to fostering learning, growth, and global citizenship. Serving nearly 1,100 students from local and international families, our school offers an enriching experience from kindergarten through secondary school, including integrated before- and after-school care. Guided by our motto, "Learning to be a citizen of the world," we celebrate diversity, internationality, and inclusivity, providing a nurturing environment where students thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Supported by a dedicated team of 250 staff members from 37 nations, LIS ensures a stimulating and supportive learning journey for every child, from their first steps into education to achieving university entrance qualifications. Our symbol, the lion, reflects the courage, strength, and resilience we nurture in our students, qualities that empower them to embrace challenges and transform their lives. At LIS, we are proud to inspire a brighter future through education and to foster a community where every individual belongs and grows.
LIS is an inclusive learning community and does not discriminate on the basis of race, skin colour, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status or sexual orientation.