University Admission Counselor

As an University Admissions Counselor you'll work with students to guide them through the university readiness and application process using our proven process and tools. In this fully remote position, you will:

• Work 1:1 and deliver group presentations
• Evaluate academic transcripts and make recommendations for growth
• Guide students through careers and majors exploration
• Recommend extracurricular and enrichment activities to position students for success in university admissions
• Explain college admissions and testing requirements and timelines
• Develop target college lists based on student goals, profiles, and financial constraints
• Advise on the components of a standout application: essays, resumes, activities lists, and portfolios
• Demonstrate an excellent ability to brainstorm personal statements and act as an application coach
• Maintain comprehensive and efficient notes on student advising sessions for accurate and timely reporting.

KPI

• Produce weekly report detailing student progress and maintain fastidious records
• Engage consistently in weekly or bi-weekly meetings with line manager and client
• Demonstrate responsiveness to line manager and client needs
• Co-develop an engaging university readiness curriculum and revise as needed
• Act as primary contact to IAC student cohorts, maintaining consistent communication through WhatsApp groups, phone, online meetings, in-person meetings, and email
• Recommend and initiate creative strategies to improve student engagement
• Organize and deliver bi-weekly group webinars and seminars
• Coordinate group sessions and organize guest presenters and all session logistics
• Engage with students in 1:1 sessions and maintain a 40 percent billable time ratio (varies with admissions seasonality)
• Demonstrate expertise in global university admissions procedures for elite and non-elite universities
• Adhere to client protocols and standards of operating
• Demonstrates flexibility in working hours as required by special events or circumstances
• Demonstrate willingness to take on new roles and responsibilities as required by the ever changing client requirements
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity through continuous learning as required by the role
• Demonstrate a spirit of collaboration and teamwork consistently and proactive.

Requirements

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Professional certification in counseling, education, or admissions (preferred but not mandatory).

Experience

• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in university admissions, academic counseling, or student advisory roles.
• Proven experience working with international education systems (UK, US, Canada, Australia, or UAE).
• Experience handling student applications, admissions processes, and visa requirements.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of university admission requirements, application timelines, and documentation.
• Knowledge of international university systems, standardized tests (IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, etc.), and equivalency processes.
• Familiarity with UAE education authorities (ADEK, KHDA, MOE) is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple student cases and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Office and student management systems (SMS/CRM).