Chandni Chandni
Gurgaon
Summary
Dynamic Regional Recruitment Manager with a proven track record at UP Education, driving 135% year-on-year growth in student enrollments. Expert in sales strategy and stakeholder engagement, I excel in fostering partnerships and implementing innovative marketing initiatives that enhance brand visibility and recruitment success. Strong communicator and strategic thinker dedicated to achieving exceptional results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Recruitment Manager
UP Education
Gurgaon
05.2024 - Current
- Identified suitable Higher Education and VET agents, designing and implementing effective management schedules to achieve recruitment targets for ANZ.
- Managed deep relationships with key agent partners to enhance collaboration and performance.
- Contributed to a broader sales strategy for South Asia, with brand visibility and promotion activities.
- Cost-effectively managed an extensive agent network across South Asia to increase profit and meet targets.
- Delivered exceptional service experience and profitability for students and business partners within the region.
- Identified appropriate sales channels for student recruitment targeting Australia and New Zealand providers.
- Visited all provider campuses in New Zealand in 2025 to deepen understanding of courses and support for international students.
- Achievements: Achieved the highest enrollments of 50 Indian students in Q3 2024 and Q1 2025 for NZTC, awarded for the highest enrollments so far in the team.
Regional Manager, Subcontinent and Middle East
ACADEMY OF INTERACTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Gurgaon
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: Australia.
- Team leader role: Led the regional recruitment and admission team. Strategized marketing initiatives and fostered relationships with educational institutions and partners for enrollment growth and expansion in the Asian and Middle Eastern markets.
- Product Launch Initiative: Successfully introduced Virtual AIT Pre-Departure sessions, enhancing student engagement, and conversion rates.
- Successfully launched AIT in Bhutan and the Middle East, resulting in an immediate increase in student recruitment and revenue growth.
- Implemented innovative business development strategies for the Subcontinent and the Middle East markets, driving substantial enrollment increases.
- Managing onshore applications and enrollments, along with the South East Asia market and Africa.
- Strong connections: Collaboration with high schools for direct applications.
- Nurtured and managed strategic relationships with agents, reviewing performance, approving bonuses and commissions, and setting targets to maintain a continuous growth trajectory.
- Achieved significant growth (135% year-on-year) in brand visibility and student enrollment numbers in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan through strategic promotion initiatives.
Regional Recruitment Manager
SHERIDAN COLLEGE
New Delhi
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Directed recruitment strategies across India, enhancing relationships with education stakeholders.
- Led brand promotion initiatives that significantly increased student enrollment and revenue.
- Cultivated partnerships with education agencies, high schools, and universities to expand recruitment network.
Recruitment Advisor
FANSHAWE COLLEGE
New Delhi
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Executed marketing and recruitment initiatives as external recruitment consultant, managing agent relationships.
- Assisted Admission team in application assessments and offer letter distribution.
- Supported International Office by fostering relationships with educational agents to boost student enrolment.
- Drove outreach and recruitment strategies, achieving and surpassing student enrolment targets resulting in maximum student enrolments
- Conducted high school outreach across India for effective marketing and recruitment events.
- Positively influenced student enrolment through strategic outreach initiatives.
Student Recruitment Manager
NAVITAS EDU SERVICES PVT LTD
New Delhi
04.2019 - 02.2021
- Directed regional sales and recruitment strategies across Asian markets; managed educational advisor relationships.
- Achieved 200% admission growth for NIC College in 2020-2021.
- Devised and executed sales and marketing strategies, increasing student enrollment and revenue in South Asia.
- Oversaw admissions and promotions for Murdoch University Dubai and Curtin College Singapore campuses.
- Streamlined lead generation and conversion processes, significantly boosting enrolment for University Pathways.
- Managed recruitment activities for pathway programs across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Dubai, UK, and Europe.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships with educational advisors and consistently met recruitment targets.
Counsellor (U.S.A Vertical)
IDP EDUCATION PVT LTD
Chandigarh
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Facilitated student recruitment processes, guiding families through educational journeys in USA.
- Managed student counseling, admissions, visa filing, and interview preparation.
- Collaborated with schools and colleges to promote USA as a study destination.
- Represented IDP at seminars and roadshows to enhance understanding of North Market in India.
Admission Advisor (North America & Europe)
JAMBOREE EDUCATION PVT. LTD
Chandigarh
10.2016 - 04.2018
- Managed end-to-end student recruitment processes across North America and Europe, including counseling and visa filing.
- Conducted seminars in schools to promote brand awareness and engage potential students.
- Organized interactions with students and parents to facilitate admissions and strengthen networking relationships.
- Maintained relationships with educational institutions to support student recruitment initiatives.
Education
Diploma in Computer Accounting - Tally 9
National Data Academy
Patna12.2009
Bachelor's degree - Commerce
Capital College
Ranchi12.2007
Diploma in Information Technology -
NIIT
Patna12.2005
Skills
- Sales strategy and planning
- Sales channel identification
- Market analysis
- Data management
- Project management
- Cross-cultural communication
- Multitasking capacity
- Training development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Business development and networking
- Team leadership and management
- Effective communication
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- CRM expertise
Certification
- Social Change: How Can Marketing Help?, Griffith University, 2019
- Product Sales Tea, Gnowbe, 2018
Accomplishments
- Achieved significant growth (135% year on year) in brand visibility and student enrolment numbers in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan through strategic promotion initiatives.
- Successfully launched AIT in Bhutan and the Middle East, resulting in an immediate increase in student recruitment and revenue growth.
Hobbies and Interests
- Sales
- Networking
- CRM Management
- Business Development
- Strategic Planning
Projects
Launch of AIT in Bhutan and Middle East, Formulated marketing and recruitment strategy to tap into the potential of these markets. Worked closely with the in-country representatives to execute the strategy. Successfully increased the institution's brand awareness and student enrollment. Devised and rolled out a comprehensive market research strategy to identify opportunities. Established partnerships with local educational bodies to enhance reach. Subcontinent & Middle East Enrollment Growth Initiative, Nurtured strategic relationships with agents coupled with bonuses and goals setting to drive growth. Worked with internal teams to devise comprehensive marketing and branding campaigns targeted at the identified regions. Identified key areas for market penetration and brand visibility. Leveraged CRM for efficient monitoring and reporting. Introduced virtual pre-departure sessions for enhancing student's onboarding experience and hence conversions.
Languages
- English
- Hindi
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/14/86
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Regional Recruitment Manager
UP Education
05.2024 - Current
Regional Manager, Subcontinent and Middle East
ACADEMY OF INTERACTIVE TECHNOLOGY
05.2022 - 05.2024
Regional Recruitment Manager
SHERIDAN COLLEGE
11.2021 - 04.2022
Recruitment Advisor
FANSHAWE COLLEGE
02.2021 - 11.2021
Student Recruitment Manager
NAVITAS EDU SERVICES PVT LTD
04.2019 - 02.2021
Counsellor (U.S.A Vertical)
IDP EDUCATION PVT LTD
04.2018 - 03.2019
Admission Advisor (North America & Europe)
JAMBOREE EDUCATION PVT. LTD
10.2016 - 04.2018
Diploma in Computer Accounting - Tally 9
National Data Academy
Bachelor's degree - Commerce
Capital College
Diploma in Information Technology -
NIIT
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