Academic Counsellor

Job Description

Title: Academic Counsellor

Company Name: IQF Education & Maplewood Immigration

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka (DOHS Mohakhali)

Salary: Tk. 20000 - 40000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 1 to 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Immigration and Education Consultancy Service

• A Level
• Bachelor/Honors

• Minimum HSC/A-Levels from any recognized board.
• A Bachelor’s Degree is highly preferred.

• 1 to 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Immigration and Education Consultancy Service

Experience Requirements

• At least 1 to 3 year(s)
• The applicants should have experience in the following area(s):
  • Academic Counselling
  • Education Consulting
  • Telesales / Telemarketing
  • Customer Support/Client Service

Additional Requirements

• Must have an English medium background (e.g., attended English Version or English Medium School). Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are mandatory.
• Proven experience in counseling, telesales, or a customer-facing role is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and persuasion skills.
• Goal-oriented with a proven track record of achieving targets.
• Empathetic, patient, and able to build trust with students and parents.
• Tech-savvy, with proficiency in MS Office and social media platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Freshers are also encouraged to apply if they are exceptionally confident and communicative.

IQF International College UK is a prestigious educational provider offering a pathway to global success for Bangladeshi students. We are seeking dynamic, results-oriented, and empathetic Academic Counsellors to join our growing team.

Our flagship program is the University Foundation Year, which leads to a Diploma from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), UK. This qualification is a direct gateway for students to enter top universities in the UK, Europe, and beyond.

Who is this Foundation Course for?

• Students with a low GPA or study gaps who need a strong academic foundation.
• O-Level/SSC completers who wish to study abroad without completing A-Levels/HSC.
• Students seeking a prestigious UK qualification and a streamlined path to an international degree.

As an Academic Counsellor, you will be the vital link between these students and their future. This role is a unique blend of academic counselling and educational sales, where you will guide students while actively promoting our programs.

Job Location

• Mohakhali DOHS, Dhaka

Job Responsibilities

• Student Counselling & Consulting:
  • Conduct in-depth consultations with prospective students and their parents to understand their academic background, career goals, and challenges.
  • Expertly advise students on why the IQF Foundation Year is the ideal solution for their specific situation (e.g., low GPA, O-Level completer).
  • Clearly articulate the benefits and prestige of the CMI UK Diploma.
  • Guide students through the program curriculum, admission requirements, and future university pathways.
• Sales & Promotion:
  • Actively promote and "upsell" IQF's academic programs to meet and exceed enrollment targets.
  • Conduct cold calls and warm calls to generate new leads and hunt for prospective clients.
  • Nurture sales leads through the entire admissions funnel, from initial inquiry to enrollment.
  • Effectively follow up with prospective clients via phone, email, and social media to convert inquiries into admissions.
• Client Communication & Management:
  • Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries received through social media (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp), phone calls, and emails.
  • Maintain an organized database of all client interactions and lead statuses using a CRM system.
  • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients.
• Administrative Duties:
  • Assist students with the application and enrollment process.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate records of all counseling sessions and communications.
  • Participate in marketing events, education fairs, and seminars as required.

Salary Negotiable. The salary will be decided based on the candidate`s experience, qualifications, and relevance to the role. We offer a competitive package with performance-based incentives. Compensation & Other Benefits Performance-based incentive and bonus. Festival bonuses as per company policy. Excellent career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding international education organization. Comprehensive training on our programs and sales techniques.