Career Development Advisor

The Education Counsellor (Sales) / Career Development Advisor plays a pivotal role in guiding prospective learners through their academic journey. This role blends consultative counselling with strategic sales to help individuals identify the right educational programs aligned with their career goals. The advisor is responsible for driving enrollments, nurturing leads, and delivering a high-quality advisory experience that supports both student success and business growth.

Responsibilities:

• Engage with prospective students via calls, emails, and in-person meetings to assess their educational and career aspirations.
• Provide clear, accurate, and personalized guidance on available programs, course structures, and career outcomes.
• Support applicants through the entire enrollment process from initial inquiry to final registration.
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets through effective lead conversion.
• Maintain detailed records of student interactions, follow-ups, and status updates using CRM tools.
• Monitor competitor offerings and industry trends to refine outreach strategies and stay ahead in the market.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline (education, psychology, business, or marketing preferred).
• 1 to 3 years of experience in sales, academic counselling, or student advisory roles for online higher education, specifically online degree counselling.
• Familiarity with online learning platforms and digital education trends is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and CRM systems (e. g., LSQ, Salesforce, Zoho, etc. ).
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills with a results-driven mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-oriented environment.