Academic Counsellor

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Job Description

About College Vidya
Established in 2017 and headquartered in Noida, Blackboard E-Learning Private Limited’s trademark College Vidya (CV) is a trailblazing education platform at the forefront of India's online educational landscape. It is recognized as an authentic, neutral, and unbiased platform that helps prospective learners select the right university and online degree/certificate programs.

For details, please visit: www.collegevidya.com

Job Title: Education Counsellor (Sales) / Career Development Advisor

Job Summary
The Education Counsellor (Sales) / Career Development Advisor plays a pivotal role in guiding prospective learners through their academic journey. This role blends consultative counselling with strategic sales to help individuals identify the right educational programs aligned with their career goals. The advisor is responsible for driving enrolments, nurturing leads, and delivering a high-quality advisory experience that supports both student success and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with prospective students via calls, emails, and in-person meetings to assess their educational and career aspirations.

• Provide clear, accurate, and personalized guidance on available programs, course structures, and career outcomes.

• Support applicants through the entire enrolment process—from initial inquiry to final registration.

• Consistently meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets through effective lead conversion.

• Maintain detailed records of student interactions, follow-ups, and status updates using CRM tools.

• Monitor competitor offerings and industry trends to refine outreach strategies and stay ahead in the market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (Education, Psychology, Business, or Marketing preferred).

• 1 to 3 years of experience in sales, academic counselling, or student advisory roles, specifically in online higher education and online degree counselling.

• Familiarity with online learning platforms and digital education trends is advantageous.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and CRM systems (e.g., LSQ, Salesforce, Zoho, etc.).

• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills with a results-driven mindset.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-oriented environment.

Desired Core Competencies

• Communication: Articulates program value clearly and persuasively across diverse audiences.

• Relationship Building: Builds trust and rapport with prospective learners to guide decision-making.

• Sales Effectiveness: Converts leads through consultative selling, objection handling, and follow-through.

• Program Knowledge: Deep understanding of course offerings, career pathways, and learner outcomes.

• Customer Centricity: Prioritizes student needs, offering tailored guidance and empathetic support.

• Problem Solving: Navigates student concerns with practical, goal-oriented solutions.

• Time Management: Manages multiple leads and tasks efficiently, ensuring timely follow-ups.

• Team Collaboration: Works cross-functionally to deliver a seamless and engaging learner experience.

Benefit Programs for CDA

1. On-the-Job Training

2. Shadow Buddy Policy

3. Internal Job Policy (IJP)

4. Employee Education Policy

5. Lucrative Incentive Policy

6. Monthly & Drive R&R (Rewards & Recognition)

Remuneration
Varies from ₹25,000 per month to ₹45,000 per month. plus Incentives

• It is a Full Time Sales / Business Development job for candidates with 1 - 2 years of experience.