Job ID: S-JP-2371 - Marketing and Admissions Manager (Epsom College Tokyo)

Job Title: Marketing & Admissions Manager (Founding Team)Location: Tokyo, Japan (Uchikanda, Chiyoda-ku)Start Date: January 2027School Type: British International Preparatory School (Nursery to Year 6)About Epsom College TokyoOpening in Autumn 2027, Epsom College Tokyo is a new British international preparatory school located in the heart of central Tokyo. Building on nearly 170 years of heritage from Epsom College UK, we provide a values-led education centered on Kindness, Integrity, and Ambition. As a day school for pupils aged 3 to 11, we offer the British National Curriculum and serve as a direct pathway to secondary boarding education at our sister school, Epsom College Malaysia.The OpportunityThis is a rare and exciting opportunity to join our founding team. As the Marketing & Admissions Manager, you will be the first point of contact for prospective families, shaping the school’s identity and building its community from the ground up. You will have a high degree of ownership in establishing the systems and relationships that will sustain the school’s long-term success.Key ResponsibilitiesAdmissions Management: Lead the end-to-end admissions journey from initial enquiry to enrolment, ensuring a warm, professional, and responsive experience for every family.Marketing & Communications: Develop and implement the school’s marketing strategy to build brand awareness within Tokyo’s international and expatriate communities.Digital Presence: Manage social media channels, digital communications, and printed materials, ensuring alignment with Epsom’s global brand identity.Community Engagement: Represent the school at networking events and international school fairs, building partnerships with relocation agents, embassies, and corporate HR departments.Operational Excellence: Maintain accurate records, support open days, and contribute to the development of admissions policies in line with COBIS accreditation requirements.Strategic Reporting: Provide regular updates to the Founding Head and Group Leadership regarding enrolment pipelines and market insights.Person SpecificationEssential Experience & Skills:Proven experience in admissions, marketing, or a high-level client-facing role.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across diverse cultural backgrounds.Experience managing digital marketing platforms and social media.Exceptional organizational ability and attention to detail.Desirable Experience:Experience in an international school admissions context.Familiarity with the Tokyo expatriate community.Japanese language skills (spoken and/or written).Understanding of the British educational system and curriculum.Experience in a start-up or founding school environment.Personal Attributes:Warmth, professionalism, and deep cultural sensitivity.Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.A proactive, collaborative working style and sound judgment.How to ApplyIf you are motivated by the prospect of building a world-class school in one of Asia’s most vibrant cities, we would love to hear from you.Please submit the following to careers@epsomcollegetokyo.jp:A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your suitability for a founding team position.A full curriculum vitae (CV).Contact details for three professional referees (including your current or most recent employer).Note: Final-stage interviews are expected to take place in person at Epsom College Malaysia. All appointments are subject to rigorous safeguarding and criminal record checks.Epsom College Tokyo is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including criminal record checks in relevant jurisdictions, in line with international safer recruitment standards.Epsom College