About FinChartered Academy
FinChartered Academy is a fast-growing education startup specializing in qualified finance and accounting programs. We are committed to helping students build successful careers through industry-relevant education, expert mentorship, and practical exposure.
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated and student-focused Academic Counsellor to join our Chennai team. The Academic Counsellor will serve as a key point of contact for prospective students and parents, understanding their academic background, career aspirations, and goals to recommend the most suitable professional qualification, including ACCA, CMA, and CFA.
The role involves student counselling, lead management, admissions, relationship building, and supporting the academy's outreach initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Counsel students and parents on professional finance and accounting programs such as ACCA, CMA, and CFA, including course structure, eligibility, career opportunities, and progression pathways.
- Handle student inquiries through calls, WhatsApp, email, walk-ins, and other communication channels.
- Understand student requirements and provide personalized career and course guidance.
- Follow up with prospective students and convert qualified leads into successful admissions.
- Assist students throughout the application, registration, documentation, and payment process.
- Maintain accurate records of leads, student interactions, follow-ups, and admissions using CRM systems, Excel, or Google Sheets.
- Achieve monthly counselling, lead-conversion, and enrollment targets.
- Build strong and lasting relationships with students and parents throughout the admission journey.
- Support the team in organizing seminars, college outreach programs, career guidance sessions, webinars, and other promotional activities.
- Coordinate with the Marketing, Operations, Admissions, and Faculty teams to ensure a seamless student experience.
- Stay updated on professional qualifications, industry trends, and career opportunities to provide accurate and relevant guidance.
- Address student and parent queries professionally and ensure timely resolution of concerns.
Candidate Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in any relevant discipline.
- 1–4 years of experience in academic counselling, student admissions, career guidance, education sales, or a related role.
- Experience in higher education, professional courses, or edtech will be an advantage.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with students and parents.
- Empathetic, patient, confident, and professional approach to counselling.
- Strong follow-up and relationship-management skills.
- Comfortable working with CRM platforms, WhatsApp, Google Workspace, MS Office, and Excel/Google Sheets.
- Target-oriented with strong persuasion and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced startup environment.
- Passion for helping students make informed career and education decisions.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates are requested to share their updated CV at:
[email protected]
Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
📌 Academic Counsellor (Chennai)
🏢 Finchartered Academy
📍 Chennai