About the role
- Guide both high school and graduate students through the entire admissions process—from onboarding to university decisions.
- Design and implement strategic, personalized roadmaps for UG and PG applicants, including guidance on academics, testing, extracurriculars, work experience, research, and leadership initiatives.
- Advise on selection of courses, countries, and programs—including MBAs, STEM, Liberal Arts, Policy, and interdisciplinary Master’s programs.
- Provide guidance on standardized tests such as SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL, and LSAT (as applicable).
- Review and provide detailed feedback on all application components: personal statements, SOPs, LORs, essays, resumes, and application forms.
- Step in for complex cases (e.g. low GPA, career shifts, highly competitive programs) to offer strategic mentorship and maximize chances of success.
- Lead and mentor a team of counselors; review cases, track student progress, and ensure delivery of high-quality, timely guidance.
- Collaborate with internal teams—mentors, editors, and test prep experts—to ensure alignment and quality control across all stages.
- Conduct internal trainings, brainstorming sessions, and case reviews to improve team capabilities and share best practices.
- Stay updated on global admissions trends across UG and PG levels, including changes to Common App, UCAS, OUAC, and graduate school platforms.
- Provide guidance on admissions interviews, scholarships, funding, and final offer comparisons.
- Advise international students on academic equivalencies, course prerequisites, and documentation requirements.
- Maintain clear, professional communication with students and families throughout the year.
- Track and document student progress using internal systems and ensure deliverables are completed on schedule.
- Share insights with the leadership team to support continuous process improvement and enhanced client experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in any discipline (preferably with international education experience in the U.S., U.K., or Canada).
- 2–4 years of experience in academic counseling, admissions consulting, or education advisory roles (UG and/or PG).
- Deep understanding of postgraduate admissions (especially for U.S./U.K. Master’s, MBA, PhD programs) is a strong advantage.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially in academic/admissions writing and mentoring.
- Organized and reliable, with the ability to manage multiple high-stakes timelines across student cohorts.
- Empathetic and proactive; able to build trust with students and families while pushing for excellence.
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with academic, editorial, and mentoring teams.
- Familiarity with platforms such as Common App, UCAS, OUAC, and graduate portals is strongly preferred
- A passion for student success, education, and meaningful impact.
BenefitsImpactful Work: Transform the lives of ambitious students, from high schoolers to working professionals, by guiding them to the world’s best universities.
Vision-Driven Culture: Join a team that values mentorship, excellence, and personal connection over transactional guidance.
Dynamic Environment: Thrive in a close-knit, supportive team that rewards initiative, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Global Outlook: Work with a multicultural, globally connected team of experts, mentors, and educators.
Growth & Development: Competitive compensation, meaningful responsibilities, and long-term growth in the education sector.
Work Hard, Think Deep, Laugh Often: From strategic brainstorms to coffee debates and Spotify wars, we believe in working smart and growing together.