Student Counselor

Job Description

Title: Student Counselor

Company Name: Alex Global Consultancy

Vacancy: 06

Age: 25 to 35 years

Job Location: Dhaka (Aftabnagar)

Salary: Tk. 15000 - 25000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 1 to 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Embassies/Foreign Consulate, Consulting Firms, Travel Agent, Immigration and Education Consultancy Service, Immigration/Visa Processing

• Bachelor/Honors
• BRAC University,North South University,Daffodil International University,East West University,Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology students will get preference

Candidates with the following certifications will get preference:

• QEAC-certified Counselors
• British Council UK Agent & Counselor Training
• Apply-board Counselor Course Training

• 1 to 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Embassies/Foreign Consulate, Consulting Firms, Travel Agent, Immigration and Education Consultancy Service, Immigration/Visa Processing

• Age 25 to 35 years

• Student Counselling Experience: Minimum 1–2 years in student visa counselling for countries such as UK, Canada, Australia, USA, and European Union countries.

• Expertise: Proven experience in education counselling, student consultancy, study abroad programs, student recruitment, student admissions, and student visa processing.

• Foreign Education: Candidates holding a foreign degree will be given preference.

• English Communication: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.

• IELTS: Candidates with a valid IELTS score are highly preferred.

• Personality & Skills: Should possess a pleasant personality, outstanding communication skills, and strong computer literacy.

• Professional Traits: Must demonstrate politeness, patience, honesty, self-motivation, protectiveness, team management, decision-making ability, and loyalty to work.

• Commitment: Willingness to maintain a long-term commitment to the organization.

• Counsel students (over phone and face-to-face) regarding admission, scholarship, eligibility, and visa processes for higher studies abroad.

• Manage the end-to-end process from admission to visa for countries including Canada, UK, USA, Australia, and others.

• Handle foreign university applications, admission, scholarships, and visa submissions.

• Communicate directly with foreign institutions regarding application, admission, and scholarship matters.

• Consult with students and guardians about the admission procedures of foreign universities and countries.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with students through both phone and in-person interactions.

• Prepare documents, fill out forms, and draft Statements of Purpose (SOPs) for visa applications.

• Provide in-depth counselling from the very beginning, guiding students in understanding the study-abroad process and making informed decisions.

• Advice students on choosing the right country, subject, university, and scholarships based on academic background and career goals.

• Guide students throughout the application process, including document preparation and form submission.

• Assist students in drafting tailored SOPs for universities and countries.

• Prepare students for both university admission and visa interviews.

• Provide guidance on visa requirements, documentation, and scheduling appointments.

• Share country-specific knowledge on culture, lifestyle, geography, and living standards to help students adapt.

• Stay updated on admission policies of competitors, partners, and universities to give accurate advice.

• Organize workshops, seminars, and information sessions on study-abroad opportunities.

• Maintain accurate records of student interactions, documents, and applications for proper follow-up.

• Demonstrate a customer service mindset with proactive sales and cross-sales strategies to increase enrollments.

• Use digital marketing tools and Microsoft Office to carry out responsibilities effectively.

• Be dynamic, proactive, and capable of working under pressure to meet targets.

• Collaborate with the digital marketing team in managing social media pages.

• Participate in social media live sessions and contribute to video content creation for student engagement.

• Salary increment based on performance

• Mobile bill allowance

• Performance bonus

• Sales commissions

• Yearly salary review

• Festival bonuses: Two bonuses during Eid (each 50% of basic salary)