Job Description
Job Title: Academic Counsellor
Department: Sales / Student Success
Industry: EdTech
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: Team Leader / Sales Manager
Job Overview:
We are looking for a dedicated and student-focused Academic Counsellor to guide prospective students in selecting suitable educational programs. The candidate will be responsible for counselling, lead conversion, admissions, and maintaining long-term student relationships while achieving enrolment targets.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Provide counselling to students and parents regarding available courses and career opportunities.
Understand student needs, academic background, and career goals to recommend suitable programs.
Handle student enquiries through calls, emails, chats, and walk-ins.
Convert leads into admissions through effective counselling and regular follow-ups.
Explain course curriculum, benefits, fee structure, and career prospects.
Maintain accurate records of student interactions in CRM systems.
Coordinate with academic and operations teams for smooth onboarding of students.
Achieve assigned enrolment and revenue targets.
Provide post-admission support and resolve student concerns.
Stay updated with course offerings, industry trends, and competitor information.
Required Skills & Competencies:
Strong communication and presentation skills
Excellent counselling and relationship-building abilities
Good convincing and negotiation skills
Ability to work in a target-driven environment
Strong problem-solving and listening skills
Basic knowledge of CRM tools and MS Office
Time management and organizational skills
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
Master’s degree is an added advantage
Experience Required:
0 – 3 years of experience in Academic Counselling / EdTech / Sales / Education Industry
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Lead conversion ratio
Admission numbers
Revenue generation
Student satisfaction and retention
Follow-up and response time
Preferred Candidate Profile:
Passionate about education and student guidance
Self-motivated and target oriented
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Positive and professional attitude