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Sr. Admissions Counsellor

BACK BENCHERS

Gurugram, INonsitePosted Jun 5, 2026

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Senior Admissions Counsellor to guide prospective students through the admissions process and help them make informed educational decisions. The ideal candidate will possess strong counselling skills, deep knowledge of higher education admissions, and the ability to manage complex student cases while consistently achieving enrollment targets.

Key Responsibilities

Student Counselling & Admissions

Counsel prospective students and families regarding academic programs, admission requirements, career pathways, and university options.

Conduct detailed profile evaluations and recommend suitable institutions and programs.

Guide applicants through the complete admissions lifecycle, from inquiry to enrollment.

Assist students with application preparation, documentation, statement reviews, and submission processes.

Provide accurate information regarding admission policies, deadlines, scholarships, and program requirements.

Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective students, parents, educational institutions, and referral partners.

Conduct follow-up calls, meetings, webinars, and information sessions.

Address student concerns and resolve admission-related issues promptly and professionally.

Team Leadership

Mentor and support junior admissions counsellors.

Assist in training new team members on counselling methodologies, CRM usage, and admissions processes.

Share best practices and contribute to improving team performance.

Collaboration

Coordinate with university representatives, operations teams, visa advisors, and marketing teams.

Support recruitment events, education fairs, workshops, and promotional activities.

Stay updated on admission requirements, industry trends, and institutional changes.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

4–8 years of experience in admissions counselling, student recruitment, education consulting, or a related field.

Strong understanding of international admissions processes.

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Proven track record of achieving admissions or sales targets.

Experience working with CRM platforms and admissions management systems.

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of admissions processes for top universities and competitive programs.

Experience counselling students for undergraduate, postgraduate, or international education programs.

Ability to manage high-value applicants and complex admissions cases.

Data-driven approach to student conversion and pipeline management.

Leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Student enrollment and conversion rates.

Application completion and submission volumes.

Revenue and admissions targets achieved.

Student satisfaction and service quality metrics.

Team mentoring and productivity outcomes.

CRM compliance and reporting accuracy.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive fixed salary.

Performance-based incentives.

Professional development and training opportunities.

Career progression into Team Lead, Assistant Manager, or Admissions Manager roles.

Feel free to reach out to us at:

Address:

605 - 607, 6th Floor, Bestech Chambers, Block B, Sec -43, Sushant Lok - I, Gurugram, Haryana, Pin - 122002

Ph: + 91 9911587876 / +91 9891102911

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Application Question(s):

We need candidates currently residing in Delhi-NCR only. Are you currently based in Delhi NCR?

Experience:

Admissions Counselling: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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