Admission Counselor in India at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Admission Counselor based in India.

This is a remote, full-time opportunity for an experienced Admission Counselor who is passionate about helping students make informed academic and career decisions.
The role combines counseling expertise with sales-driven engagement to guide prospective students through their education journey.
You will connect with learners, understand their goals, recommend suitable programs, and support them throughout the admissions process.
This position offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful career outcomes by helping individuals access relevant education opportunities.
You will work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment where communication, relationship building, and performance are highly valued.
The ideal candidate is a motivated professional who enjoys engaging with people, achieving targets, and creating positive student experiences.

The Admission Counselor will be responsible for guiding prospective students, managing admissions activities, and driving enrollment success through effective communication and relationship management. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing personalized academic and career counseling by understanding student aspirations and recommending suitable programs.
• Responding to inquiries related to courses, eligibility criteria, admissions processes, fees, and scholarship opportunities.
• Educating prospective students on program benefits, learning formats, career pathways, and expected outcomes.
• Building and managing a strong sales pipeline through outbound calling and inbound lead engagement.
• Converting qualified leads into enrollments while consistently achieving monthly performance targets.
• Managing student applications and maintaining clear, timely communication with students and parents.
• Following up on enrollment confirmations and collaborating with internal teams to improve conversion rates.
• Staying updated on education trends, competitive programs, and evolving career opportunities.
• Maintaining accurate records of counseling interactions, leads, and student information within CRM systems.
• Expanding and managing a database of prospective students through effective engagement strategies.

The ideal candidate has experience in academic counseling, admissions, or consultative sales and demonstrates strong communication and relationship-building skills. Required qualifications and skills include:

• Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in any discipline; education, psychology, or related fields are preferred.
• 2–5 years of professional experience, including 2–4 years in academic counseling, career guidance, admissions, or similar roles.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and persuasion skills with the ability to influence enrollment decisions.
• Experience working in a sales-driven environment with clear targets and performance objectives.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with CRM tools is preferred.
• Understanding of education systems, academic programs, and career pathways; training will be provided.
• Fluency in English and Hindi is mandatory.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple student interactions and follow-ups.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and maintain a customer-focused approach.
• Flexibility to work six days per week with rotational weekly offs.

• Fully remote work opportunity from India.
• Full-time role with a dynamic and growth-focused environment.
• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the education and career development space.
• Chance to make a meaningful impact by helping students achieve their academic and professional goals.
• Exposure to a fast-growing industry focused on improving access to career-oriented education.
• Supportive work culture with opportunities to collaborate across multiple teams.
• Best-in-industry benefits and workplace environment.