General Manager in Chennai

At GfW, we pursue the goal of promoting social mobility and see education as the key to personal and professional development. We have the expertise in teaching German language to adult learners in a relaxed and friendly learning environment. Our courses are offered in-person, with a strong focus on practical language application.
To support our new on-site team in Chennai, we are currently looking for a motivated General Manager to join us full-time.

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

• Drive the operational implementation of strategic initiatives defined by the management in Germany
• Establish and optimize processes (HR, Finance, Compliance, Administration) according to German and Indian standards
• Lead and further develop the local teams (teachers, administration, marketing, sales)
• Build and manage partnerships with Indian institutions (universities, hospitals, government bodies, recruitment agencies)
• Ensure the successful delivery of language courses and examinations, including quality and process control
• Conduct budget planning, controlling, and reporting to the German headquarters
• Support business expansion (new locations, new business areas)
• Represent the organization in dealings with partners, authorities, and at events

• Several years of leadership experience in the education sector, HR, training, or a comparable service-oriented environment
• Strong knowledge of the Indian market, ideally in education, healthcare, or recruitment
• Proven entrepreneurial mindset, organizational talent, and execution skills
• Excellent English language skills; German knowledge is an advantage
• Experience in intercultural collaboration, ideally with German/international partners
• Willingness to travel within India
• Negotiation skills

• Entrepreneurial thinker with a pragmatic, hands-on approach
• High level of personal responsibility and ownership
• Strong communication and networking skills
• Integrity and reliability

• A key role in building an international education group in India
• Close collaboration with the management team in Germany
• Attractive compensation package with bonus options
• Development perspective up to a senior leadership role within the Indian organization
• An inspiring work environment with meaningful societal impact (education & skilled workforce development)

We look forward to receiving your application, including your availability and desired start date!