Chief Operating Officer (COO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operations and support organizational growth. Responsibilities include optimizing admissions, marketing, enrollment, academic support, and student services; overseeing functions such as academic affairs, human resources, campus services, and information technology; and aligning teams around strategic priorities and student outcomes. The COO will lead recruitment and enrollment strategies, manage the full enrollment lifecycle, and use data to improve conversion and retention. The role also involves launching and scaling initiatives, strengthening partnerships, integrating emerging technologies into operations, and building high-performing teams. Candidates must hold a master’s degree in business administration, higher education administration, public administration, or a related field, and have 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience, including at least five years leading senior managers or executives. Required qualifications include experience overseeing multiple functions, demonstrated success in enrollment management, and skills in budgeting, financial planning, and data-driven decision-making. Strong communication, analytical, and team leadership abilities are essential, along with an entrepreneurial approach to building and improving systems. A doctoral degree or MBA is preferred, as is experience in higher education, education technology, innovation environments, international expansion, or launching new programs and partnerships.