Areej Saeed

Admission Registrar @ British International School Jeddah

About

I am a results-driven Registrar and Administrative Operations Leader with over 15 years of experience overseeing admissions, IT systems, and academic operations across leading international schools in Saudi Arabia. My expertise lies in digitizing workflows, optimizing processes, and driving collaboration between academic and administrative teams to improve efficiency and enhance the student experience. At The British International School of Jeddah, I led the digital transformation project to implement HUBmis, managing all stages from system exploration and vendor liaison to staff training and live deployment. I specialize in data-driven reporting, producing analytical dashboards that track admissions, withdrawals, and retention trends to support management decisions and strategic planning. I am recognized for building partnerships that drive enrollment growth and for organizing impactful open and orientation day events that strengthen institutional branding. My background in IT systems and analytics enables me to bridge operations with technology, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. I am passionate about creating efficient educational systems, empowering teams, and fostering collaborative school cultures that deliver excellence in every student and stakeholder interaction.

Country

Saudi Arabia

City

Jeddah

Industry

Education Management

Skill

Team Training & Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Vendor & Partnership Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Event Management Systems, Red Hat Linux, SQL, Oracle, SAP , QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, SIMS, Engage, HUBmis, Admissions & Registration Management , Academic Operations, System Implementations, Data & Reporting Analytics, Process Digitization, Confidentiality

Experience

Admission Registrar

British International School Jeddah

2013-10 - Present · 13 yrs

Jeddah, Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia

Led the school’s digital transformation by implementing HUBmis, managing vendor negotiations, staff training, and go-live operations. Streamlined admissions and registration workflows, digitizing data management and reporting systems for improved accuracy and efficiency. Managed student data in Engage and SIMS, ensuring real-time updates and adherence to school policies. Developed enrollment dashboards to track student numbers, withdrawals, and retention trends, supporting data-driven leadership decisions. Maintained the NOOR System, ensuring compliance with Ministry of Education regulations and audit readiness. Coordinated school-wide events, including open days, orientations, and graduation ceremonies, ensuring smooth execution. Supported IT operations by managing student timetables, class schedules, and academic tracking processes. Enhanced cross-department collaboration through process innovation and effective communication. Recognized for operational accuracy and leadership in implementing system improvements. Contributed to a culture of continuous improvement, optimizing both administrative and academic processes.

Commercial Officer

Tactile design studio

2012-4 - 2013-4 · 1 yr 1 mo

Jeddah

Oversaw vendor contracts, procurement processes, and accounting operations to ensure efficiency and compliance. Managed payroll, invoicing, and budgeting using QuickBooks and Excel, maintaining accurate financial records. Supported HR processes, ensuring compliance with policies and smooth operational continuity. Streamlined financial workflows, improving reporting accuracy and reducing processing time. Coordinated cross-departmental tasks to maintain seamless administrative and financial operations.

Substitute Teacher

American International School of Jeddah

2012 - 2013 · 1 yr

Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Provided instructional support to lower grade and kindergarten classes, maintaining classroom continuity. Assisted in engaging students through activities and learning reinforcement to support educational goals.

School Registration Administrator

Jeddah Knowledge International School

2009-3 - 2009-7 · 5 mos

Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Conducted parent meetings and assessed student applications to support the admissions process. Processed necessary documentation for new student enrollment efficiently and accurately. Facilitated smooth integration of new students into academic programs and school activities.

Petroleum Engineering Analyst

aramco

2004-8 - 2006-8 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Al-Dhahran, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia

Supported SAP administrative functions and portal programming for the VELA project, ensuring smooth system operations. Assisted in configuring and maintaining SAP modules to meet project requirements. Completed SAP Administration certification, enhancing technical expertise in system management. Earned Oracle Database certification, strengthening skills in database administration and support.