Chief Operations Officer

4 days ago


Kuwait City, Al Asimah Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd Full time

Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd is a global leader in independent education, dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

We nurture the distinct personalities and strengths of our students, supporting them academically, socially, and emotionally. Our schools are proud to be part of a growing community of over 100 institutions across 16 countries worldwide.

As a strategic and hands-on leader, you will oversee all non-academic operations, ensuring the school achieves its strategic goals. You will collaborate with the leadership team to execute growth strategies and optimise enrolment, driving financial performance and meeting or exceeding targets.

Your key responsibilities include:

  • Finance & Procurement
  • Marketing & Admissions
  • Human Resources
  • Operations & Compliance

You will work closely with HR to foster staff retention, professional development, and performance management of the operations team. You will drive initiatives to build a robust and motivated team, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards, including child safeguarding policies.

Requirements for this role include:

  • Proven leadership and management experience in complex, multi-functional roles.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams and cultures.
  • Experience in compliance, risk management, and operations within a regulated environment.
  • Demonstrated success in influencing strategic decisions and driving organisational performance.

To be successful in this role, you will need a degree in Business, Management, or Education, and a minimum of 10 years' experience, with at least 5 years leading cross-functional teams in education, retail, hospitality, or a similar sector.



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