Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for all aspects of marketing, communications, admissions alumnae relations and philanthropy
• Lead and develop a fully integrated approach to pupil recruitment and retention
• Oversee the effective use of data, systems and insight to inform decision-making
• Ensure a high-quality, consistent and engaging customer experience for prospective families
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team including marketing, admissions, philanthropy, data and business support functions
• Contribute as a senior leader to the strategic direction and development of the school
• Leading a high performing, cross functional team, the successful candidate will ensure that all functions operate in alignment and deliver consistently high standards
• They will bring clarity, strategic direction and operational excellence across the entire pupil recruitment journey - from initial engagement to admission, while ensuring effective engagement with the alumnae community to support the wider aims of the school

Requirements

• Late August, Early September 2026 to coincide with the new academic year
• Experience of developing and delivering effective marketing or communications strategies
• Using data and insight to inform decisions
• Working collaboratively and influencing a range of stakeholders
• Leading or developing others, whether through line management or project leadership

Preferred

• We are looking for an outstanding marketing professional with a proven track record of delivering impactful strategy and measurable results, who is already in, or ready to take on, a broader leadership role.
• You may already be operating at a senior level, or you may be looking to take the next step into a role with wider responsibility and influence across an organisation.
• Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities through the GDST network
• Training grants for further qualifications
• Discounted fees for children at GDST schools

Benefits

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Membership of the GDST Flexible Pension Plan
• Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities through the GDST network
• Training grants for further qualifications
• Discounted fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches and refreshments during term time
• Free on-site parking
• Access to the school fitness suite
• Access to retail discounts via the Pluxee App
• Access to free financial advice via the HR My Money App