Student Counsellor

Student Counselor – Overseas Education Company: UniLife Abroad Career Solutions Location: Bangalore Department: Student Counseling & Admissions Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role UniLife Abroad Career Solutions is looking for an enthusiastic and result-oriented Student Counselor to guide students who are planning to pursue higher education in European universities. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, a strong interest in international education, and the ability to understand students' academic backgrounds and career goals and recommend suitable study options. Key Responsibilities - Counsel students and parents regarding higher education opportunities in European countries. - Understand students' academic qualifications, career interests, budget and preferred study destinations. - Provide accurate information about universities, courses, eligibility requirements, tuition fees, scholarships and admission procedures. - Explain the complete application and admission process to students. - Guide students in selecting suitable universities and programs based on their profile. - Follow up with prospective students through calls, WhatsApp, email and office visits. - Convert enquiries and leads into student applications and admissions. - Coordinate with the admissions/application team for document collection and application submission. - Maintain accurate records of student enquiries, applications, follow-ups and admission status. - Keep students updated regarding application decisions, admission letters and other relevant developments. - Coordinate with internal teams for visa documentation and pre-departure guidance. - Achieve individual and team counselling/admission targets. - Build a positive relationship with students throughout the admission process. - Participate in education fairs, seminars, school/college visits and promotional activities when required. - Stay updated on European university admissions, scholarships, visa requirements and changes in international education policies. Candidate Requirements - Bachelor's degree in any discipline. - Previous experience in overseas education counselling, student counseling, admissions or sales is preferred. - Freshers with excellent communication skills and a strong interest in overseas education may also apply. - Good verbal and written communication skills in English. - Additional knowledge of Tamil/Malayalam/Telugu/Kannada/Hindi will be an advantage depending on location. - Strong interpersonal and convincing skills. - Good follow-up and lead-conversion abilities. - Basic knowledge of MS Office, Google Workspace and CRM systems. - Ability to work independently as well as within a team. - Target-oriented and proactive approach. Preferred Knowledge Knowledge of European study destinations such as: Germany | Italy | Austria | France | Belgium | Latvia | Lithuania and other European destinations Knowledge of university applications, scholarships, accommodation, visa procedures and post-study opportunities will be an added advantage. Key Performance Areas - Student enquiries handled - Counselling sessions completed - Follow-up efficiency - Application conversions - Admission conversions - Student satisfaction - Achievement of monthly targets What We Offer - Competitive salary with performance incentives - Professional growth opportunities - Training on European universities and admission processes - Exposure to international education and university admissions - Supportive and professional work environment - Career advancement opportunities If you are passionate about helping students build their international education careers, join UniLife Abroad Career Solutions and become part of our growing team.