Country Manager - Greater China

Location: Greater China (Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan)
Employment Type: Full-time | Reports To: Group Managing Director, Aventis Graduate School

Lead Our Expansion Across Greater China

Aventis Graduate School is seeking a visionary and results-driven Country Manager to lead our international expansion in Greater China. This senior role offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of postgraduate education in the region by building strategic partnerships, driving student recruitment, and establishing Aventis as a leading brand among working professionals.

If you are passionate about education, thrive in entrepreneurial environments, and excel at building high-impact relationships, we invite you to be a part of our mission to transform lives through learning.

Key Responsibilities

Market Expansion & Student Recruitment

• Drive student recruitment for Aventis' postgraduate and executive education programmes across Greater China
• Identify market entry strategies, growth opportunities, and emerging trends
• Represent Aventis at education fairs, industry events, webinars, and partner engagements

Partnerships & Institutional Collaboration

• Establish and manage partnerships with local universities, education agents, corporates, and government agencies
• Negotiate articulation, dual-degree, or franchise agreements that align with strategic goals
• Ensure programme offerings remain responsive to local market demands

Regulatory Compliance & Operations

• Ensure full compliance with education, advertising, and data regulations in the region
• Set up and oversee local operations or offices, including administrative and legal functions
• Provide regular market insights, forecasts, and business reports to HQ in Singapore

Marketing & Brand Building

• Localise and execute marketing and outreach campaigns in coordination with the Aventis HQ team
• Build strong local brand presence through digital marketing, alumni engagement, and media outreach
• Organise info sessions, preview events, and strategic campaigns to increase brand visibility and conversions

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Education, or a related field (Master's preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in international education, recruitment, or higher education business development
• Proven success in market expansion and student recruitment in Greater China
• Deep understanding of the education and regulatory landscape in China
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills (Mandarin and English proficiency preferred)
• Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Willingness to travel regionally as required

What We Offer

• Leadership Role - High-impact position to shape Aventis' presence in Greater China
• Attractive Compensation - Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Regional Autonomy - Freedom to lead market development with HQ support
• Global Network - Work with experienced colleagues across Singapore, the UK, and beyond
• Meaningful Work - Contribute to upskilling professionals and building future leaders

About Aventis Graduate School

Aventis Graduate School is Asia's leading postgraduate institution for working professionals, offering applied master's and executive programmes in collaboration with renowned universities from the UK, US, and Europe. Our focus on industry relevance, Asian perspectives, and flexible learning models has made us a preferred partner for professionals and organisations across ASEAN, the Middle East, and now Greater China.

Apply Now

If you're ready to lead the charge in transforming postgraduate education across Greater China, we want to hear from you.