We are seeking a dynamic and persuasive Academic Counsellor with a strong educational sales aptitude to guide students in selecting the right academic programs while driving admissions and revenue growth. The candidate should combine counseling sensitivity with sales confidence to convert leads into enrollments effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Counsel prospective students and parents on academic programs and career outcomes.
- Drive end-to-end admission process from inquiry to enrollment.
- Achieve individual monthly and quarterly admission targets.
- Explain program features, benefits, fee structures, and career prospects confidently.
- Handle objections and build trust through consultative selling.
- Maintain CRM data and follow-up schedules.
- Conduct webinars, seminars, and counseling sessions.
- Collaborate with marketing and academic teams for lead conversion.
- Ensure excellent student onboarding and relationship management.
Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, Education, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
- MBA in Marketing / Sales / Education Management (preferred).
- Diploma/Certification in Counseling, Career Guidance,
or Educational Sales (added advantage).
- Background in Education Management, EdTech, or Sales-focused roles preferred.
Experience:
- Freshers or experience in Academic Counseling, Educational Sales, Admissions, or Inside Sales.
- Experience in EdTech / Coaching Institutes / Universities preferred.
Key Skills:
- Solid, persuasive, and consultative selling skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Target-oriented and revenue-driven mindset.
- Objection handling and negotiation skills.
- Emotional intelligence and relationship building.
- CRM proficiency and data management.
- Fluency in English; (additional languages are a plus)