Academic counsellor

Job Description

Academic Counsellor

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Academic Counsellor to guide and supportstudents in making informedacademic and careerdecisions. The idealcandidate will have a strongeducational background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for mentoring students to achieve their academic and professional goals.

Key Responsibilities

Student Counselling

Provide guidanceto students and parents regarding available academic programsand career opportunities.

Assess students' academicperformance, interests, and career aspirations to recommend suitable pathways.

Address inquiries about course requirements, learning outcomes, and future prospects.

Program Guidance

Clearly explainthe structure, curriculum details, and benefitsof various academic programs.

Stay updatedwith industry trends,educational policies, and new program developments.

Follow-Upand Conversion

Engage with prospective studentsand parents throughregular follow-ups via calls, emails, and in-person meetings.

Assist with the submission of required documents and ensure timelycompletion of enrolment processes.

Target Achievement

Achieve monthly and quarterly enrolmentand revenue targets.

Develop and implement strategies to enhance enrolment numbers and meet organizational goals.

Collaboration

Coordinate with faculty, admissions, and marketing teams to ensuresmooth counselling and enrolment processes.

Participate in events such as webinars,seminars, and workshopsto promote academic programs.

Record Maintenance

Maintain accurateand up-to-date recordsof student inquiries, counselling sessions, and enrolments.

Provide periodic reportson counselling outcomesand conversion ratesto management.

Educational Background

Bachelor’s degree in any fieldis required.

A background in education, counselling, or a relatedarea is a plus.

Experience

Prior experience in academic counselling, tele sales, or education-related roles is preferred but not mandatory.

Key Skills

Strong verbaland written communication skills.

Ability to build rapportand establish trustwith students and parents.

Goal-oriented with excellent persuasion and negotiation skill