Academic Counsellor
Oasis Technology And Consulting ServicesFixed
₹15,000 - ₹25,000
Average Incentives*
₹5,000
Earning Potential
₹30,000
Fixed
₹15,000 - ₹25,000
Average Incentives
₹5,000
Earning Potential
₹30,000
You can earn more incentive if you perform well
Work from Office
Full Time
Any experience
Good (Intermediate / Advanced) EnglishJob Description
Academic Counsellor
Location: Anna Nagar, Chennai
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 2+ years preferred
Industry: Education / Training & Career Development
Job Summary
We are looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Academic Counsellor to guide students and working professionals in choosing the right career-oriented training programs. The candidate will be responsible for counselling leads, understanding their career goals, explaining courses, converting enquiries into admissions, and maintaining strong student relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Counsel students and working professionals regarding suitable courses and career paths.
- Handle enquiries generated through calls, WhatsApp, social media, walk-ins, and other channels.
- Understand students' educational background, career goals, and requirements.
- Explain course curriculum, duration, fees, placement support, and career opportunities.
- Follow up with prospective students and convert qualified leads into admissions.
- Achieve monthly admission and revenue targets.
- Maintain accurate records of leads, follow-ups, and admissions in CRM/Excel.
- Coordinate with trainers and the placement team when required.
- Build good relationships with students and parents.
- Participate in seminars, career counselling sessions, education fairs, and promotional activities.
- Provide regular reports on lead status, conversions, and pending follow-ups.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
- 2+ years of experience in academic counselling, education sales, training institute, or related roles preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong convincing, negotiation, and follow-up skills.
- Target-oriented and self-motivated.
- Good knowledge of MS Office/Excel and CRM tools.
- Candidates with experience in IT/CADD training institutes will be preferred.
Key Performance Indicators
- Lead-to-admission conversion
- Monthly admission target achievement
- Revenue generation
- Follow-up efficiency
- Student satisfaction and retention
Compensation
Salary: Competitive salary + performance incentives, based on experience and skills.
Location: CADDPRO / OTCS, Anna Nagar, Chennai.
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