JOB DESCRIPTION

University Guidance & Career Counsellor – IBDP & Cambridge A Level

Designation: University Guidance & Career Counsellor

Reporting To: Head of School / Director

Location: Chennai

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced University Guidance & Career Counsellor to lead undergraduate university counselling for students pursuing IBDP and Cambridge A Level. The role will manage the complete student journey from career exploration and profile building to university selection, application, admission and enrolment, across India and international destinations.

Key Responsibilities
- Provide individualised university and career counselling from Grade 6 onwards.
- Develop student profiles, career pathways and strategic university application plans.
- Guide students on university selection, including reach, match and safety choices.
- Manage end-to-end applications through UCAS, Common App, BridgeU and other international/Indian portals.
- Review and guide students on personal statements, essays, resumes, portfolios, interviews and entrance assessments.




- Advise on SAT, ACT, IELTS, TOEFL, scholarships, financial aid and university-specific requirements.
- Maintain application timelines, documentation, predicted grades and recommendation requirements.
- Conduct student/parent counselling sessions, university admission workshops and career guidance programmes.
- Build relationships with universities and coordinate university visits, fairs and admission interactions.
- Maintain accurate application records and report on offers, admissions, scholarships and placement outcomes.

Education & Experience
- Master's degree in Education, Counselling, Psychology, Career Guidance or a related field.
- 5–6 years of experience in university counselling, college admissions or student placement.
- Mandatory experience with IBDP and/or Cambridge A Level, preferably in an international school.
- Proven success in undergraduate placements to top global universities, incl

📌 University Guidance (Chennai)
🏢 The NEST School Chennai
📍 Chennai