Domus Academy
Domus Academy was founded in Milan in 1982 as Italy’s first postgraduate design school and as an open project revolving around Italian design and fashion. Over the years, it has evolved into a school in the full sense of the term: a place for postgraduate training and a research laboratory on the themes of innovation and design. The 1994 winner of the Compasso d’Oro for its approach to academics and research, Domus Academy has been included three times in Business Week’s guide to the world’s top 60 design schools. From 2012 to 2017 it was included in Domus magazine’s guide to Europe’s top 100 schools of architecture and design and from 2012 to 2014 in Frame’s guide to the world’s 30 leading graduate schools of design, architecture, and fashion. In 2016 and 2017, Domus Academy’s Fashion School was selected by Business of Fashion as one of the Top Global Fashion Schools.Domus Academy offers 12 master’s programs attended by students from around the world: Business Design, Product Design, Fashion Design, Interaction Design, Interior & Living Design, Urban Vision & Architectural Design, Fashion Management, Fashion Styling & Visual Merchandising, Visual Brand Design, Luxury Brand Management, Information Design, and Service Design.
Why Domus Academy?
As staff members at Domus Academy, we are inspired by our efforts to help each student succeed in the world of design. We are multicultural and inclusive. We collaborate to support learning and to send graduates out into their fields prepared and ready to lead. We strive to demonstrate our commitment, enthusiasm, and professionalism at all times, as well as our passion for continuous development.If you join Domus Academy, you will work with a network of international colleagues whom you can learn from, who will inspire you, and who will fuel your success.Domus Academy Milano, one of the most iconic Design and Fashion School in the world, is looking for a dynamic and results-driven
Area Manager
to lead our student recruitment activities in India, based in Mumbai.As part of our Enrollment team and reporting to the Enrollment & Admissions Senior Manager in Italy, the Area Manager India will oversee the setup, management, and growth of the local recruitment team, ensuring strong performance across all programs of Domus Academy in the region. The Area Manager will also cooperate with different deparmtents of Headquarter in Italy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define strategies, budget and accurate forecast aligned with business goals.
- Develop and lead local campaigns and events to meet enrollment target and future plans
- Support and enhance the brand image and reputation of Domus Academy in India.
- Develop and manage relationships with Embassies, Consulates, local Universities, High Schools and other institution to strengthen and expand local business
- Liase with Embassies and Consulates to support students in visa processes.
- Plan, implement, and monitor regional recruitment activities (fairs, events, online campaigns, school visits, etc.).
- Oversee agency networks, providing guidance, problem-solving, and performance monitoring.
- Keep relationships with DA Alumni from India and leverage their experience and career progression
- Deliver business reports with actionable insights to boost recruitment results.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and identify new opportunities.
- Lead, coach, and develop the local enrollment team, ensuring their growth and performance.
- Play an active role in hiring new resources and supporting change management initiatives.
Requirements:
- Degree in Economics, Marketing, Business Management, or equivalent.
- 6+ years of experience in international sales, with at least 4–5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong sales, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
- Proactive, flexible, and able to work under deadlines.
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
- Previous international exposure (study/work abroad) is a plus.
- Fluent English (mandatory); additional languages are a plus.
- Willingness to travel across the assigned region.
Offer:
- Contract: Local (India)
- Workplace: Mumbai
- Compensation: Manager level
- Training: 1 week in Milan at Domus Academy HQ
If you are proactive, passionate about art, design, and education, and have proven experience in sales and team leadership, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now by sending us your CV.
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