Director General/ Principal College du Leman

About the job

Director General/ Principal College du Leman

Geneva, CH

An exceptional opportunity for an inspiring international school leader to shape the next chapter of a world‑class Swiss boarding and day school.

THE SCHOOL

Collège du Léman is one of Switzerland’s most prestigious international schools, located on the shores of Lake Geneva with views of the Swiss Alps. With a focus on academic excellence, the school brings together a vibrant community of 1,800 students from more than 120 nationalities, including 280 boarding students, creating a uniquely international learning environment.

Collège du Léman is distinguished by the breadth and depth of its academic offering, providing one of the widest ranges of internationally recognised diplomas available at any school in Switzerland, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma and Career-related Programmes, the American High School Diploma with Advanced Placement, the French Baccalauréat, and the Swiss Maturité, alongside comprehensive English, French, and bilingual pathways. This exceptional academic ecosystem, combined with a strong Francophone environment within an international context, enables a culture of ambition and personalised excellence, where students are supported to pursue pathways aligned with their strengths, aspirations, and future goals.

What makes Collège du Léman particularly distinctive is the rare combination of this academic breadth with a dynamic day and boarding community, creating an educational experience that extends well beyond the classroom. Situated in Geneva, one of the world’s most international cities, the school offers a unique intersection of global perspectives and strong local Swiss and Francophone connections. Guided by its vision to empower students to harness differences and change the world for the better, the school fosters a culture of belonging, curiosity, and international mindedness that prepares young people to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

As part of the Nord Anglia Education family, the school benefits from both global reach and local impact. Collaborations with leading institutions such as Juilliard, MIT, UNICEF and King’s College London, together with access to Nord Anglia’s Global Campus, create exceptional opportunities for students and staff and further enrich the educational experience.

The school is accredited by leading international organisations, including the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), and has been an International Baccalaureate World School since 2005.

WHY LEAD WITH NORD ANGLIA?

At Nord Anglia, the Principal is central to each school’s success. We carefully match leaders to the unique character and needs of each school, ensuring you’re set up to thrive. You’ll have the autonomy to lead your school your way, while operating within a clear framework of expectations that drive excellence across student outcomes, financial performance, marketing, and stakeholder engagement.

This transparency of purpose is a strength: you’ll know exactly what success looks like and be supported to achieve it. You’ll be part of our global senior leadership team, collaborating with fellow Principals in your region and across our network to share best practice and elevate your school’s offer.

From day one, you’ll benefit from:

• Regional support teams and peer networks including an annual senior leadership conference in Switzerland.
• The Principal In Role Support (PIRS) programme, including knowledge and support alongside other new Principals. executive coaching and peer to peer mentoring.
• Extensive professional development via Nord Anglia University, including leadership programmes, global conferences, and tailored learning pathways.
• Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, health insurance, accommodation, and schooling for your children.
• The possibility of career progression across school, regional and global leadership roles.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an experienced, forward‑thinking, and inspirational Principal with a proven track record of leadership at scale in high‑performing international schools. You will be a compelling storyteller who can articulate a clear, confident and distinctive narrative about Collège du Léman—its purpose, its values, and its future. Through strategic communication and relational leadership, you will elevate the school’s profile in an increasingly competitive international market, strengthening our day offering while supporting the continued growth of boarding.

At the heart of your role will be the advancement of education across the school. You will drive academic ambition, instructional excellence, and alignment across multiple curricula and pathways, ensuring every student benefits from high‑quality teaching, coherent learning journeys, and personalised challenge and support. You will create the conditions in which outstanding educators thrive, empowering your teams to innovate, collaborate, and deliver exceptional experiences for every learner.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply please upoad a CV and letter of application explaining how you're experience fits with the role requirements.

Start Date: August 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 30th March 2026

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all races, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.