Head Of Business Development

Head of School (Expat) needed in a Premier IB School based in India. The requirement is for the Next Academic Year (Tentative joining around June 2026). Candidate Type - Expatriate.

Position Overview: The Head of School is the academic and administrative leader responsible for implementing the school’s vision and mission, managing faculty and staff, ensuring IB program fidelity, and upholding academic excellence and student well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of the school’s strategic goals.
• Promote a strong IB ethos aligned with the school’s mission and vision.
• Oversee curriculum planning and delivery.
• Drive innovation in teaching and learning methodologies.
• Recruit, retain, and develop a high-performing team of educators and administrators.
• Conduct teacher evaluations and provide professional development aligned with IB pedagogy.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for students.
• Support holistic development in line with IB learner profile attributes.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians.
• Represent the school in public forums and build relationships with the community.
• Develop and manage the school budget in coordination with the finance team.
• Oversee infrastructure, admissions, events, and safety protocols.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Education or related field. IB leadership training.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in education with at least 10 years experience in IB.
• 5+ years experience in IB school as Principal.
• Proven experience with IB authorization and evaluation processes.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in multicultural and international contexts.
• IB workshop leader, examiner, or school consultant experience.
• Experience in handling all three IB programs (PYP, MYP, DP) and IGCSE.
• Familiarity with international school accreditation standards (e.g., CIS, NEASC).

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits aligned with international school standards. Housing allowance, Other Perks as mutually agreed.

To Apply: Please share your CV and cover letter to Mention “Head of School – IB” in the subject line.

At Tech Mahindra, we want to meet you. If you have a human, analytical, and strategic vision, this role is for you.

Role Purpose

Serve as the primary strategic partner and single point of contact for associates and leaders by addressing all Human Resources–related requirements and inquiries. Ensure effective communication, policy compliance, and strong associate engagement across the IBU/Department, fostering a positive and high-performance work environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Associate Support & Relationship Management

Act as the primary HR contact for associates, addressing HR-related requirements, concerns, and inquiries.

Provide continuous, proactive support to associates to enhance engagement, motivation, and retention.

Act as a facilitator in resolving associates’ grievances, ensuring fair, timely, and compliant resolution.

- Associate Lifecycle Management

Manage and support the full associate lifecycle within the IBU/Department, including:

• Onboarding and integration
• Engagement and performance discussions
• Offboarding and exit processes

Ensure all lifecycle touchpoints align with company policies, culture, and compliance standards.

- Engagement & Culture Building

Plan, implement, and drive associate engagement initiatives tailored to the needs of the IBU/Department.

Strengthen associate relations through:

• Counseling and coaching
• Mentoring and development guidance

- Communication & Feedback Mechanisms

Ensure consistent, transparent, and effective communication by providing structured platforms for associates to share feedback, raise concerns, and express opinions, such as:

• Coffee chats
• Focus groups or engagement forums

- Policy Compliance & Discipline Management

Enforce and promote alignment with HR policies, company guidelines, and applicable labor regulations.

Manage floor discipline and disciplinary matters, ensuring fairness, documentation accuracy, and adherence to internal and legal standards.

- Data Administration & Reporting

Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR data for the unit, ensuring timely reporting and compliance with HR and business requirements.

Provide insights and feedback to management regarding HR trends, associate concerns, and policy effectiveness.

- Stakeholder Collaboration

Partner closely with operations, leadership teams, and cross-functional HR areas to support business objectives.

Deliver HR solutions that enhance productivity, engagement, and organizational performance.

- Required Experience and Qualifications

8 to 10 years of Human Resources experience, preferably within a BPO / Contact Center environment.

Strong knowledge of HR policies, employee relations, engagement strategies, and disciplinary processes.

Proven experience partnering with operations and leadership teams.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong stakeholder management capabilities.

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.

What do we offer?

Monthly salary: $30,000 - $35,000 before taxes.

Law benefits from day one.

Above-law benefits: Life insurance, major medical expenses.

Good luck in your process!