Academic Counsellor

Job Opportunity: Study Abroad Counsellor

Location: Cochin, Chennai, Vijayawada, Coimbatore

Education: Any Graduate

Max Age: 32 years

Experience Required: 2+ years in EdTech

CTC Range: ₹5 LPA to ₹7 LPA (up to 25% increase on last drawn CTC, but not exceeding ₹7 LPA)

Key Requirements

• High Sales Acumen with experience in high-ticket sales

• Proven target orientation, including handling sales pressure

• Stability in work history: at least 1 year spent with each prior employer

• Flexibility to work 10 AM–8 PM shifts, and handle office & virtual work

• Should be open to travel as needed for face-to-face counseling or business requirements

• Languages: Fluent in Telugu and English

Roles & Responsibilities

• Actively counsel and convert students for international education programs

• Maintain strong knowledge across universities, courses, visas & application procedures

• Meet/exceed monthly sales targets, consistently following up with students

• Manage end-to-end process: from inquiry, profiling, conversion, documentation, to closure

• Build and maintain relationships with educational partners, handle inquiries and queries

• Prepare and submit reports on activities, performance metrics

What We’re Looking For

• A driven, empathetic counsellor with sales mindset

• The ability to build rapport with students and parents

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• High levels of organization and attention to detail

• Willingness to adapt, learn industry updates, and grow in a dynamic environment

Compensation & Benefits

• CTC: ₹5 LPA–₹7 LPA (based on experience and last drawn salary; up to 25% hike, capped at ₹7 LPA)

• Performance incentives, travel reimbursement, and additional perks

• Professional development in overseas education, university partnerships

• Opportunity for career progression into senior counselling, admissions, or regional roles

Join Us If You:

• Are passionate about transforming student lives through global education

• Thrive in a target-driven environment with a blend of tech and personal counseling

• Can be the face of our brand, representing us to students, families, and partners

Ready to take your counselling career to new heights? Apply now and help students achieve their dreams abroad!

Note: Only candidates meeting the eligibility criteria and having stable EdTech experience will be considered.

• It is a Full Time सेल्स / बिझनेस डेव्हलपमेंट job for candidates with 1 - 5 years of experience.

More about this Academic Counsellor job

1. What is the eligibility criteria to apply for this Academic Counsellor job?
   Ans: The candidate should be ग्रेजुएट आणि त्याहून अधिक and above with 1 - 5 years of experience of experience
2. How much salary can I expect for this job role?
   Ans: You can expect a salary of ₹40000 - ₹50000 दरमहा that depends on your interview. It's a फुल टाईम job in Chennai.
3. How many working days are there for this Academic Counsellor job?
   Ans: This Academic Counsellor job will have 6 working days.
4. Are there any charges applicable while applying or joining this Academic Counsellor job?
   Ans: No, there is no fee applicable for applying this Academic Counsellor job and during the employment with the company, i.e., UPGRAD.
5. Is it a work from home job?
   Ans: No, it’s not a work from home job and can't be done online.
6. How many openings are there for this Academic Counsellor role?
   Ans: There is an immediate opening of 20 Academic Counsellor at UPGRAD
7. Who can apply for this job?
   Ans: Both Male and Female candidates can apply for this सेल्स / बिझनेस डेव्हलपमेंट job.
8. What are the timings of this Academic Counsellor job?
   Ans: This Academic Counsellor job has 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM timing.