Marketing and Admissions Manager (Epsom College Tokyo)

Job Title: Marketing & Admissions Manager (Founding Team) Location: Tokyo, Japan (Uchikanda, Chiyoda-ku) Start Date: January 2027 School Type: British International Preparatory School (Nursery to Year 6) About Epsom College Tokyo Opening 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 Opportunity This 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 Responsibilities Admissions 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: Prov