Are you a visionary leader passionate about education and skilled in building lasting connections? Do you thrive in a strategic, people-focused role where your efforts shape the future of a thriving community? Are you inspired by the opportunity to lead with purpose, attract exceptional students, and build a dynamic, diverse community that reflects the values of a globally recognized institution? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to Glenlyon Norfolk School (GNS), an internationally renowned IB World Continuum School located in Victoria, BC that is committed to cultivating excellence, innovation, and inclusivity.
As our Director of Enrolment Management, you will take on a pivotal leadership position, driving the school’s strategy to attract, enroll, and retain a vibrant and diverse student body from Junior Kindergarten 3 to Grade 12. With a reputation for academic excellence and a holistic approach to student success, GNS is a dynamic environment where your work will have a lasting impact on our students, families, and global community.
In this influential role, reporting directly to the Head of School, you will work collaboratively with a dedicated senior leadership team to advance our mission, uphold our core values, and execute a strategic vision that ensures GNS remains a leading educational institution. This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the enrolment journey, foster meaningful connections, and champion the school’s role as a beacon of world-class education.
Who is GNS?
GNS is an independent day school from JK-12 that is a caring and thriving community. As one of fifteen IB World Continuum schools in Canada offering three International Baccalaureate programs, GNS is proud of its unique 'IB Advantage': a 21st-Century education which educates the whole child and creates global thinkers. We are a dedicated and community minded team at GNS with a big heart and a strong work ethic. We are looking for like-minded individuals who will share in our passion for preparing outstanding citizens of character who will contribute to the world through their leadership, a commitment to service, and an understanding that we are all responsible for the future of our communities.
What You’ll Bring:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in enrolment management, admissions, or a related field, with demonstrated success leading enrolment strategies in complex, competitive environments. Experience in independent schools is strongly preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree in education, business, marketing, or a related discipline; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with a track record of managing high-performing teams, inspiring collaboration, and fostering a positive, mission-driven culture combined with the proven ability to develop and implement innovative recruitment, enrolment, and retention strategies tailored to diverse domestic and international markets
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a talent for building and maintaining relationships with families, agents, alumni, and community partners.
• Strong data analysis skills, with experience using enrolment management software and analytics to inform strategy and decision-making coupled with experience managing budgets, financial aid, and scholarships, with an understanding of how to align these processes with institutional goals.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate market trends, identify growth opportunities, and effectively communicate the value of independent school education.
• Familiarity with international recruitment, including working with education agents and representing an institution at fairs and other events with the ability to travel both domestically and internationally for recruitment purposes (up to 10 weeks annually).
• A commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the admissions process and school community.

The experience listed above is required to be successful in this role, however, please be sure to review the full Job Description at https://tallsky.ca/job/director-of-enrolment-management/ as there is additional experience that would be very beneficial and would elevate your application!
Our “Must Haves”
You are a compassionate and professional leader who actively embodies the GNS values of Truth, Courage, Caring, Individuality, and Community. With a natural ability to connect with others, you are tactful, diplomatic, and demonstrate cultural humility in all interactions. You are an expert at relationship-building—working closely with prospective families, agents, and community partners—and are deeply committed to fostering a culture of excellence, diversity, and ethical practice. Bringing extensive experience in enrolment management, you excel at developing innovative strategies, analyzing trends, and achieving ambitious recruitment and retention goals, all while fostering authentic engagement with multiple stakeholders.
What makes GNS a great employer?
We are a committed group of people that love what we do and believe firmly in living our values. We work hard but we also believe in having fun while we’re at it! We offer a comprehensive total compensation package for this role including a salary range of $120,000 - $130,000 (commensurate on experience), immediate benefits plus a generous RRSP program, tuition discount, free parking, fitness centre and much more. We invite you to join our truly exceptional community and to experience a rewarding career in independent education.
How to Apply:
Join us in shaping the future of education at GNS, where every day offers a chance to make a difference. We encourage you to review the Job Description at https://tallsky.ca/job/director-of-enrolment-management/ and then forward a resume that clearly outlines how your skills and experience meet the requirements of this role to Tall Sky Consulting.
This position will remain open until it is filled. We thank all applicants who apply; however, after initial acknowledgment, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $120,000.00-$130,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Victoria, BC V8S 3Z2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Enrolment management or admissions: 10 years (required)
• Managing high-performing teams: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person