Admissions Coordinator At John Locke Institute

About the John Locke Institute

The John Locke Institute is an independent educational organisation dedicated to inspiring and equipping exceptional students for academic and intellectual success. Through our prestigious summer schools, essay competitions, and residential courses in Oxford, Princeton, Georgetown, Singapore, Nanjing, Dubai, and Hong Kong, we cultivate a rigorous learning environment that fosters critical thinking, intellectual humility, and open-minded discourse.

Our programmes bring together talented students and distinguished faculty, offering a unique platform for academic challenge and personal growth. By engaging with complex ideas and refining their reasoning skills, students develop the confidence to excel in their academic and professional journeys.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Admissions Coordinator to join our growing team. This role plays a key part in the admissions process, ensuring a seamless experience for prospective students while supporting the Institute’s broader outreach and alumni engagement efforts. You will work closely with our admissions team, communicate with applicants, and manage administrative processes critical to student enrolment.

Key Responsibilities

– Admissions Support

Assist in managing the end-to-end admissions process, from application outreach to enrolment, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

– Interview Coordination

Schedule and organize admissions interviews, liaising with faculty and admissions officers.

– Alumni & School Relations

Build and maintain strong relationships with past students, schools, and educators to expand the Institute’s network.

– Administrative Support

Prepare meeting materials, including agendas and action items, and assist with general project management tasks.

– Communication & Outreach

Engage with prospective students, parents, teachers, and schools via email, calls, and website chat to answer inquiries, guide applicants, and promote the Institute’s programmes.

– Database & Process Management

Maintain accurate records of applicants, update CRM systems, track admissions status, and identify areas for process improvement.

– Research & Strategy

Conduct market research and provide insights to inform strategic admissions decisions.

Qualifications & Experience

– Experience in university admissions, education, or student services is a plus but not required.

– Familiarity with marketing, admissions, or CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) is an advantage.

– Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Skills & Attributes for Success

– Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

– Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (native or C1+ level).

– Attention to detail and a structured, problem-solving mindset.

– Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaborate within a team.

– Willingness to accept and implement constructive feedback.

– Ability to build relationships with students, educators, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

What We Offer

– Fully Remote Role: Work from anywhere in the world (except the British Virgin Islands).

– Professional Growth: Opportunities to advance within the organisation after 18–24 months of successful performance.

– Global Opportunities: Potential travel to our international summer programmes in prestigious locations.

– Inspiring Work: Engage with bright students and leading academics from top universities worldwide.

– Mission-Driven Work: Be part of an organisation dedicated to inspiring the next generation of thinkers.

– Supportive Team: Work alongside a highly competent and motivated team dedicated to your success.

– Creative Freedom: Your ideas and initiatives are valued—we encourage innovation.

Application process

Please fill out the application form on our website