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Academic Counselor

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Hyderabad, +1

AI generated summary

  • You must have excellent English and local language skills, be an attentive listener, a team player with a positive attitude, and be proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
  • You will guide students in their overseas education journey, manage applications, advise on visas and scholarships, maintain records, assist with documents, and participate in educational events.

Requirements

  • Excellent command of spoken and written English as well as local language.
  • Be an attentive listener.
  • A positive approach and the ability to work in a team.
  • Well versed with MS Office (mainly Excel).

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for assisting students in shaping their careers overseas.
  • Assisting them in making important decisions about their career path and university.
  • Be available for students daily to address their concerns, and follow up with universities and internal teams to ensure their application process runs smoothly.
  • Play a proactive role in compiling a list of all documents required for application submission.
  • To advise students on the university application procedures, visa application process, help students in applying for various scholarships and accommodation.
  • Maintaining good relationships and Coordinating with Branches / Associates for pending documents and payments.
  • Maintaining accurate ledger and computer records of students counseled and applications sent to the specific country.
  • Filling the online / paper applications and submitting the application to overseas universities.
  • Assist clients with SOP analysis and enhancements, LOR assistance, resume editing and financial documentation support.
  • Active participation and contribution during education fairs, university visits and in-house seminars organised by the company.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Academic Counselor.

What type of employment is being offered?

This is a Full Time position.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in Hyderabad.

What are the key skills required for this position?

The key skills required include excellent command of spoken and written English as well as the local language, being an attentive listener, a positive team-oriented approach, and proficiency in MS Office, mainly Excel.

What are the primary responsibilities of an Academic Counselor?

The primary responsibilities include assisting students in shaping their careers overseas, helping with university and visa application processes, compiling required documents, maintaining relationships with branches/associates, and participating in education fairs and seminars.

Are there any preferences regarding the candidates?

Yes, female candidates are preferred for this position.

How can interested candidates apply for the position?

Interested candidates can mail their updated resume to vacancies@edwiseinternational.com or call on 022 40813 479.

Is previous experience in academic counseling mandatory?

The job description does not explicitly mention a requirement for prior experience in academic counseling, but relevant experience would likely be beneficial.

Will training be provided for new hires?

The job description does not specify if training will be provided, but typically, companies offer some level of orientation or training for new employees.

What kind of interaction will the Academic Counselor have with students?

The Academic Counselor will be available daily to address students’ concerns and will guide them through their career and university application processes.

One Stop Solution For All Your International Study Needs

Education
Industry
201-500
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Edwise is the one stop solution for all your international study needs. We have been India’s Leading Overseas Education Consultancy since 1991 and have a command on education opportunities worldwide. Our core activity lies in assisting students to make the right choice with regard to pursuing education in overseas educational institutions. Edwise provides information regarding higher education in various countries such as UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Ireland, France, Germany, Dubai, Switzerland, Malaysia and many more.