About the Role

Maryland Study Abroad is looking for a motivated and knowledgeable ACADEMIC COUNSELOR to join our Student Counselling team. The Academic Counselor will be responsible for understanding students' academic and career goals and guiding them towards the most suitable study destinations, universities, courses, and admission pathways.

The role requires strong knowledge of international education, excellent communication and counselling skills, and the ability to convert student enquiries into successful applications and enrolments.

Key Responsibilities

- Counsel students and parents regarding study abroad opportunities, destinations, universities, courses, and career pathways.
- Understand students' academic background, career objectives, financial considerations, and preferences to recommend suitable options.
- Provide accurate information about university programs, entry requirements, tuition fees, scholarships, intakes, accommodation, and career opportunities.
- Develop and maintain strong expertise in assigned study destinations such as Germany, France, the UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia, and other international destinations.
- Stay updated on changes in university admission requirements, application procedures, visa regulations, tuition fees, scholarships, and immigration policies.
- Handle student enquiries received through walk-ins, telephone calls, WhatsApp, social media leads, website enquiries, and other channels.
- Conduct detailed counselling sessions and assist students in selecting the right course and institution.
- Follow up with prospective students regularly and maintain accurate records of counselling activities and student interactions.
- Coordinate with the Application, Documentation, Visa,



and Admissions teams to ensure smooth processing of student applications.
- Assist students throughout the application journey, from initial counselling and university selection through admission, fee payment, visa processing, and pre-departure support.
- Ensure that applications are processed accurately and within university deadlines.
- Coordinate with university representatives and international education partners whenever required.
- Participate in university events, admission days, education fairs, seminars, webinars, and student counselling sessions.
- Achieve assigned monthly and annual counselling, application, and enrolment targets.
- Maintain strong relationships with students and parents and provide timely follow-up throughout the admission process.
- Handle student objections professionally and provide clear, accurate information to support informed decision-making.
- Maintain updated knowledge of competitor institutions, market trends, and new study opportunities.
- Ensure all student information and counselling records are properly updated in the company's CRM or internal systems.
- Work closely with the team to achieve overall branch and company targets.

Required Work Experience

- Freshers can apply.
- OR 1–3 years of experience in study abroad counselling, overseas education, student recruitment, university admissions, or a related field is preferred.




- Freshers with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in international education may also be considered.
- Previous experience handling international student admissions or counselling will be an advantage.
- Experience in counselling students for destinations such as Germany, France, UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia, or other European destinations will be an added advantage.
- Candidates with proven experience in achieving counselling or admission targets are preferred.

Required Skills

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Robust interpersonal and student counselling abilities.
- Good knowledge of international education and study abroad processes.
- Ability to understand a student's profile and recommend appropriate academic options.
- Strong sales and conversion skills with a student-focused approach.
- Positive negotiation and objection-handling skills.
- Excellent follow-up and relationship-management abilities.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Attention to detail, particularly while handling student and application information.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet monthly targets and deadlines.
- Good computer skills and familiarity with MS Office, CRM systems, WhatsApp, email, and online communication platforms.
- Willingness to continuously learn and stay updated about changes in international education.

Educational Qualification

- Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹34,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Internet reimbursement
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Academic Counselor (Kozhikode)
🏢 Maryland Study Abroad Private
📍 Kozhikode