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Student Recruitment Specialist

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 9 months ago (last checked 21 Oct)

Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours
English
Required
Other languages
German, French, Italian
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Degree in sales, marketing, tourism or equivalent 
  • Experience in sales department in travel & tourism industry or in language education 
  • Professional knowledge of Microsoft Office 
  • High level of English + C2/C1 in French or Italian or Spanish or German 
  • Outstanding selling attitude 
  • Goal oriented 
  • Ability to articulate goals and assign timelines 
  • Outstanding organisational skills 
  • Excellent written & verbal communication 
  • Ability to work independently and in a team 
  • Positive thinker & flexible 

Nice to have

  • Other languages would be a plus  

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What we offer you 

  • Highly varied tasks and a chance to develop a wide range of skills in an international company 
  • Creative and rewarding work 
  • Unlimited tea & coffee 
  • Free breakfast on Mondays, Free Fruits on Thursdays! 
  • A stimulating and dynamic work environment 
  • Join our mighty and international skilled team in our office between Passeig de San Joan and Sagrada Familia 
  • Autonomy at work and regular contact with teams in Switzerland, Germany, Spain, France and England 

Contract: Permanent contract 

Activity rate : 100% 

Salary: Gross salary + cheque gourmet card + very competitive commission system 

Place of work: Barcelona, Spain 

Start date: ASAP 

The role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a multilingual Student Recruitment Specialist to join our Sales team based in Barcelona, Spain. 

Reporting to the Sales Director and Sales Team Manager, you will operate the daily international sales operations for your students and deal with their admissions. 

Your main tasks will be for both Alpadia and Kaplan courses: 

What you'll do

  • Advise customers (phone, emails, online chat) about destinations, schools, adequate programs and visa 
  • Manage your sales leads 
  • Organise phone contacts and interviews requests with prospects 
  • Create and follow up on quotes 
  • Send brochures 
  • Transform leads and opportunities into bookings 
  • Update regularly your knowledge about our schools, destinations and sales techniques 
  • Work closely with Student support referrals based in each school to confirm availability 

Company Description

Are you a fan of languages? Do you love learning as well as travelling and getting to know more cultures? If you also are excelling at selling, then keep on reading!! 

Alpadia Language Schools by Kaplan International is a Swiss company with an international vision, devoted to excellence in teaching languages to enrich students' futures. Inspired by our multifaceted and multilingual country, we create an unparalleled student experience encouraging language development through immersion. 

Present in Switzerland, France, Germany and England, we create a vibrant environment to foster connections, enhance experience and inspire imagination. Renamed in 2014, Alpadia benefits from the heritage of ESL Language Schools’ two decades of experience in language education. Alpadia Language Schools offers all year round courses for adults and summer camp junior programs in Switzerland, France, Germany and England. Each year, our schools welcome more than 6,000 students from all over the world. 

Alpadia Language Schools is now part of Kaplan International Languages, one of the world's most dynamic and innovative private education companies in the world! 

Inspire your future. Become a Kapladian! 

Qualifications

Desired Skills and Experience 

Personal Characteristics 

Additional information 

Hiring process

You want this job? Apply in English (CV+ cover letter) here. 

About Alpadia Language Schools

Alpadia Language Schools is an education company that operates language schools and organizes language travel programs for students of all ages. With a network of schools across Europe, including destinations in Switzerland, France, Germany, and the UK, Alpadia offers courses in French, German, and English, as well as summer camps for juniors. The company is part of the Kaplan International Languages group, which strengthens its global reach in the language education sector.

In Spain, Alpadia has a presence in Madrid and Barcelona, primarily focused on sales, student recruitment, and customer care roles to support its international student base. The company's work environment is multicultural and dynamic, with teams interacting daily with students and partners from around the world. For international professionals, Alpadia offers opportunities to work in a multilingual setting, with roles often requiring fluency in multiple European languages, making it an attractive option for those seeking a career in education and language travel.

Industry
Education
Founded
1996
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Freiburg, Switzerland
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Alpadia is part of the Alpina group, which also owns Kaplan International Languages, providing a stable and established international network.
  • The company operates in multiple European countries, offering potential opportunities for internal mobility across its schools.
  • Roles in Spain often require multilingual skills, particularly German, English, and other European languages, making it a good fit for international candidates.
  • The company focuses on language education, which can be a rewarding field for those passionate about teaching and cultural exchange.
  • Spain offices are located in Madrid and Barcelona, two major cities with strong international communities and vibrant lifestyles.
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