Academic Counsellor

Job Title: Senior Academic Counsellor

Company: upGrad

Location: Mumbai

Open Positions: 20

About upGrad:

upGrad is one of India's largest online higher education companies. We partner with top universities and industry experts to provide rigorous programs that empower professionals to upskill and advance their careers.

Job Description:

We are seeking passionate and experienced Senior Academic Counsellors to join our Gurgaon team. You will play a pivotal role in guiding potential learners toward appropriate upskilling programs, helping them make informed decisions and reach their career goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Engage with prospective learners through outbound calls, emails, and video interactions

Understand their career needs and provide personalized course recommendations

Drive program admissions by explaining value propositions and handling objections

Meet and exceed weekly/monthly sales targets and KPIs

Maintain accurate records of customer interactions in the CRM

Collaborate with internal teams to optimize student experience

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Experience: Minimum 2+ years of experience in EdTech product sales

Proven track record in consultative selling, preferably in online education

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Goal-oriented mindset with a drive to exceed targets

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly

Joining Timeline:

Preferred Notice Period: Immediate joiners or within 0–15 days

• It is a Full Time Sales / Business Development 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 Graduate and above 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 ₹30000 - ₹50000 per month that depends on your interview. It's a Full Time job in Mumbai.
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 40 Academic Counsellor at UPGRAD
7. Who can apply for this job?
   Ans: Both Male and Female candidates can apply for this Sales / Business Development job.
8. What are the timings of this Academic Counsellor job?
   Ans: This Academic Counsellor job has 09:00 सुबह - 06:00 शाम timing.