Omar Ali

Higher education professional with 6+ years of experience in student recruitment, educational partnerships, and career services. Proven success in recruiting students from the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and CIS regions, developing strategic partnerships with schools and agencies, and creating internship and employment opportunities through industry collaboration. Skilled in business development, and driving enrollment growth for UAE higher education institutions.

Student Recruitment and Career Development Officer - Synergy University Dubai - Dubai

(2018-01 - 2025-12)

• Led student recruitment initiatives across the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and CIS regions, successfully attracting and enrolling international students into UAE higher education programs.
• Conducted school visits, education exhibitions, career fairs, open days, and student counseling sessions to promote academic programs and generate qualified student leads.
• Built and maintained strong relationships with students, parents, school counselors, and key education stakeholders to support enrollment growth and student engagement.
• Managed the complete student recruitment cycle, including lead generation, prospecting, follow-up communications, application support, admissions guidance, and enrollment conversion.
• Developed and managed strategic partnerships with international schools, educational agencies, and recruitment partners to expand student recruitment channels and strengthen market presence.
• Collaborated with international universities to establish and promote dual-degree programs, creating enhanced academic opportunities for students.
• Conducted market research and competitive analysis to identify new recruitment opportunities and support institutional growth objectives.
• Built and maintained partnerships with UAE-based companies and organizations to secure internship and employment opportunities for students and alumni.
• Negotiated and managed corporate collaborations, including exclusive student benefits, discounts, and value-added partnership programs.
• Organized employer engagement activities, networking events, career fairs, and recruitment drives to strengthen industry-academia relationships.
• Worked closely with academic and administrative departments to ensure a seamless student experience from initial inquiry through enrollment and career placement.

Automotive Sales Executive - Al Raqi Luxury Auto Showroom - Dubai

(2016-01 - 2018-12)

• Consulted with customers to understand needs, preferences, and budget, delivering tailored vehicle recommendations that improved conversion rates
• Presented vehicles with clear explanations of features, specifications, financing options, and warranties to support informed decisions
• Conducted engaging test drives, highlighting performance and key selling points to increase buyer confidence
• Negotiated pricing, trade-ins, and financing to close deals while maximizing revenue
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory, promotions, and market trends to position offerings competitively
• Built and maintained strong client relationships, generating repeat business and referrals
• Managed customer inquiries across showroom and digital channels, ensuring a seamless sales experience
• Consistently achieved sales targets using effective closing techniques and customer-focused strategies
• Assisted customers with vehicle maintenance, servicing, and after-sales support to ensure a smooth ownership experience

Masters - Global Economics and Sustainability - Synergy University Dubai (2020-01 - 2024-12)

Bachelors - Innovative Entrepreneurship - Synergy University Dubai (2016-01 - 2020-12)

High School - Arab Unity School Dubai (2011-01 - 2015-12)