Marketing Manager

La Trobe College Australia is a part of the Navitas Group. Through La Trobe College Australia pathway programs, students can undertake a range of specialised foundation courses or diplomas that help them complete the first part of their university degree in a supportive and tailored study environment. Navitas is a leading global education provider that has helped generations of learners transform their lives through education. We create life-changing opportunities to learn by delivering an extensive range of educational services to over 60,000 aspirational students across our global network each year.

The Marketing Manager plays a significant role in driving sales growth and achieving student recruitment targets in their region on behalf of La Trobe College Australia - working closely with colleagues based in college, partner university and across the Navitas network. This position will be responsible for on the ground sales activities relating to domestic student recruitment, including, but not limited to school visits, lead generation events, campaign management, student conversion and solving specific student or parent queries.

• Operationalize student recruitment plans in the relevant country/territory in collaboration with college based and in-market teams – focus on domestic (Australian) student recruitment
• Attend events on behalf of the college
• Participate in all sales activities including, but not limited to, training, events, student conversion, information sessions and managing enquiries/agent requests
• Represent the college at major domestic events including Open Day and other on campus and off campus events
• Deliver market insight and accurate sales forecasts through regular and detailed reports to the  Director of Marketing and Admissions
• Handle student enquiries and manage leads.
• Ensure complete and accurate reporting of all activities on the CRM
• Create marketing collateral for the college across the domestic market
• Implement advertising campaigns relating to domestic recruitment 
• Produce promotional content, including student videos, campus tours and other as required
• Undertake regular updates of the college website

Essential qualifications for this role include: 

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing 
• Proven track record of strong sales performance
• High level numeric literacy and critical thinking
• High level interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Proven ability as a team player
• Ability to demonstrate innovative thinking
• An eye for developing new recruitment initiatives
• Ability to take responsibility for decisions and outcomes
• Flexible attitude to work including a willingness to work weekends and evenings in support of recruitment activities locally
• Ability to meet targets within defined timelines among changing priorities

To be successful in this role, it is desirable to posess the following:

• Success in a sales role within the Higher Education sector
• Experience in marketing and/or advertising
• Proven ability to monitor and evaluate the success of activities and report appropriately
• Proven ability to work successfully implementing and managing advertising campaigns
• Experience of working effectively within a matrix structure to ensure competing demands are met
• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM systems

What we can offer 

• We offer careers across our global operations
• We recognise and reward.
• We understand the importance of showing appreciation.
• We care for you. We offer a range of employee benefits, support to help you be your best, and flexibility, to help us all thrive.
• Navitas is where work has meaning. Our impact is far-reaching – we create lasting legacies for students and communities.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning for your development

Diversity Equity and Inclusion 

• At Navitas we promote and embrace an inclusive and diverse workforce. We believe equality, flexibility, and diversity deliver a rich collaborative environment. We strive to ensure that all our staff – no matter where they are from or who they are – feel safe, supported, and given opportunities to thrive.
• We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, First Nations and Indigenous peoples, and people of diverse community groups. 

How to Apply
Applicants are assessed upon receipt, so you are encouraged to apply now. To view other opportunities, please visit navitas.com/careers 

All applicants must have full working rights within Australia to be considered. Successful candidates depending on their role may be, required to provide a Working with Children Check and undergo a Police Check.