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Senior Executive/ Executive, Programme Operations & Client Services

Senior Executive/Executive

2026-05-16

Location

Singapore

NUS-ISS

Type

Staff / Administration

Start Date

2026-03-12

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree
3+ years programme operations & customer service
Excellent admin & organizational skills
Strong communication & interpersonal skills
MS Excel proficient
Customer-centric & detail-oriented
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Senior Executive/ Executive, Programme Operations & Client Services

Job Description

The Programme Operations and Client Services is a key function supporting the daily operations of the post-graduate and executive education programmes for local, international and corporate students and learners.

Are you passionate about dynamic and fast-moving operations and committed to delivering excellent customer-centric service? Join us at NUS-ISS in a pivotal role that puts our student at the heart of everything we do. You will be key part in ensuring positive experience for local and international students as you support the day-to-day operations of our graduate programmes. As part of the Programme Operations and Client Services Team, you’ll be involved in the full spectrum of student administration from programme application and admissions to course delivery, assessments, and commencement.

How you’ll make an impact

Deliver a seamless and positive learning experience for our Graduate Programme students by:

  • Handling full spectrum of programme applications, from submission through assessment (including interviews & tests), offer issuance and acceptance, enrolment and matriculation, and onboarding through orientation, to ensure admitted students are fully prepared to commence their programmes.
  • Overseeing student enrolment activities such as registration, scheduling, and upkeeping the enrolment databases.
  • Supporting examination-related operations including scheduling, logistics preparation, invigilation arrangements, and post-exam processing such as results collation and release.
  • Serving as a key point of contact for candidates and students by managing feedback, addressing queries with care and clarity, and proactively proposing improvements to enhance the overall learning experience.
  • Leading and/or supporting major students’ events, including commencement ceremonies and engagement activities.
  • Collaborating cross‑functionally with teaching and functional teams to strengthen service delivery, uphold operational excellence, and ensure a consistent, high‑quality experience for students.
  • Performing data analysis and preparing insightful reports for internal and external stakeholders to support decision‑making, monitor programme performance, and elevate service standards.
  • Providing dependable secretarial and administrative support for meetings, accreditation matters, and report preparation.
  • Undertake ad‑hoc projects related to programme operations and student services, contributing proactively to initiatives that enhance the learning experience.

What Makes you Shine

  • Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience in programme operations and customer services, preferably in an educational institute
  • Excellent administration, planning and organizational skills with good eye for details and thoroughness in work. Customer-centric and good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong communication skills and service-oriented
  • Well organized with good monitoring and follow-up skills within tight deadlines
  • Meticulous and attentive to details due to the sensitive nature of the work
  • Demonstrates good administrative skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
  • Self-driven, resourceful and excellent team player
  • Proficient with MS office applications especially MS Excel

Posting Start Date: 12/03/2026

Req ID: 32063

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Senior Executive Programme Operations role at NUS-ISS?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience in programme operations and customer services, preferably in education. Key traits include excellent administration, planning, and organizational skills, being customer-centric with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, is essential. Explore more administration jobs or higher ed admin roles for similar opportunities.

📋What are the main responsibilities in Programme Operations & Client Services?

The role covers the full spectrum of student administration: handling programme applications, admissions, enrolment, examinations, and onboarding. You’ll manage queries, lead student events like commencements, perform data analysis, and collaborate cross-functionally for operational excellence. Ad-hoc projects enhance the learning experience. Check higher ed career advice for tips on excelling in such roles.

📝How do I apply for this NUS-ISS job in Singapore?

Applications are open from the posting start date 12/03/2026 until the expiration date 2026-05-16. Use Req ID 32063 in your submission via NUS-ISS channels. Prepare a CV highlighting programme operations experience. Visit free resume template and cover letter template for application success.

What skills make you stand out for this Client Services position?

Shine with meticulous attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines, self-driven resourcefulness, and being an excellent team player. Strong monitoring and follow-up skills are crucial due to the sensitive nature of admissions and enrollment. Proficiency in MS Excel for data analysis and reports is key. See administration support jobs for skill-building ideas.

🏢What is the work environment like at NUS-ISS for this role?

Join a dynamic, fast-moving team focused on customer-centric service for local, international, and corporate graduate programme students. Expect cross-functional collaboration, event leadership, and contributions to operational excellence in Singapore. It’s ideal for those passionate about enhancing student experiences in higher education. Browse higher ed jobs or university jobs for similar environments.

Is experience in educational institutes necessary?

Preferably yes, with 3+ years in programme operations and customer services at an educational institute, but strong administrative skills and a service-oriented mindset are prioritized. The role supports post-graduate and executive education programmes. Gain insights from employer branding in higher education.

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