Senior Academic Counsellor

Study Now

Senior Academic Counsellor at Study Now assisting Nigerian students with educational opportunities abroad. Providing comprehensive counselling, maintaining relationships, and achieving sales targets.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeLagos • 🇳🇬 NigeriaSenior💰 $300 - $350 per monthWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring a high level of satisfaction among prospective students.
Actively engage in sales and cross-selling initiatives to convert potential leads into actual enrolments, meeting pipeline and final sales targets.
Provide comprehensive counselling to prospective students and their families, guiding them on study opportunities and program selection.
Offer information about various institutions, both in-person and over the phone, to help students make informed decisions.
Follow up on students' applications, keeping them informed about offers and rejections from institutions.
Maintain accurate and timely updates of student applications on the Study Now Global database and team reporting scheme.
Focus on providing excellent after-sales service to cultivate a strong referral source from satisfied parents and students.
Organize and execute promotional activities at local institutions and Study Now offices to increase awareness and attract potential students.
Assist in organizing Study Now exhibitions and other educational events, ensuring smooth operations and effective representation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with students, their families, locals, Study Now institution clients, and visa offices.
Attend to institutions during their visits to the Study Now office, ensuring their needs are met.
Actively participate in team meetings and training sessions to enhance skills and contribute to the overall success of the team.
Fulfil other duties as assigned by the Line Manager, contributing to the efficient functioning of the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong knowledge of the education systems and study opportunities in Australia, US, UK, Canada, or Europe, including admission requirements, visa processes, and scholarship options.
Familiarity with relevant educational institutions, courses, and programs in the target study destinations.
Proven track record of achieving sales targets and generating successful outcomes in the field of overseas study consulting.
Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for customer relationship management and data tracking.
Cultural sensitivity and the ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and best practices in overseas study consulting.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide tailored solutions to meet individual student needs.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate and thorough documentation of client interactions and applications.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development to stay abreast of changes in the industry.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends to accommodate client needs and participate in promotional events.
Adherence to ethical standards and compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines in the field of overseas study consulting.
Possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in overseas study consulting, specializing in UK, Canada, Australia, US or Europe.
Exhibit exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively explain concepts and cater to customer needs.
Demonstrate strong sales acumen and the capability to establish and nurture customer relationships.
Possess excellent English language proficiency, enabling effective communication and presentation delivery in English.
Thrive in high-pressure environments and demonstrate the ability to work towards and achieve targets.
Embrace business challenges, actively seek opportunities for improvement, and exhibit a positive attitude towards change.
Excel in collaborative teamwork, fostering a harmonious and productive team environment.
Display professionalism and efficiency in business communication, both in English, and any native language.
Hold at least a Bachelor's Degree qualification.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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B2C Study Now is a London-headquartered global education consultancy that helps international students gain admission to accredited universities in the UK, USA, Canada and Europe. With a presence in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and Qatar, it provides end-to-end services including course and university selection, application management, scholarship guidance, and visa application assistance, and runs events connecting students with university representatives. Study Now partners with dozens of institutions, emphasizes student-centric advising and proactive support, and reports outcomes like 3,000 students enrolled, 150 partner universities and a high visa success rate. Senior Academic Counsellor 🔥 26 minutes ago 🏢 Lagos – Onsite 💵 $300 - $350 / month ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 🛋️ Counselor Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring a high level of satisfaction among prospective students.
Actively engage in sales and cross-selling initiatives to convert potential leads into actual enrolments, meeting pipeline and final sales targets.
Provide comprehensive counselling to prospective students and their families, guiding them on study opportunities and program selection.
Offer information about various institutions, both in-person and over the phone, to help students make informed decisions.
Follow up on students' applications, keeping them informed about offers and rejections from institutions.
Maintain accurate and timely updates of student applications on the Study Now Global database and team reporting scheme.
Focus on providing excellent after-sales service to cultivate a strong referral source from satisfied parents and students.
Organize and execute promotional activities at local institutions and Study Now offices to increase awareness and attract potential students.
Assist in organizing Study Now exhibitions and other educational events, ensuring smooth operations and effective representation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with students, their families, locals, Study Now institution clients, and visa offices.
Attend to institutions during their visits to the Study Now office, ensuring their needs are met.
Actively participate in team meetings and training sessions to enhance skills and contribute to the overall success of the team.
Fulfil other duties as assigned by the Line Manager, contributing to the efficient functioning of the organization. 🎯 Requirements
Strong knowledge of the education systems and study opportunities in Australia, US, UK, Canada, or Europe, including admission requirements, visa processes, and scholarship options.
Familiarity with relevant educational institutions, courses, and programs in the target study destinations.
Proven track record of achieving sales targets and generating successful outcomes in the field of overseas study consulting.
Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for customer relationship management and data tracking.
Cultural sensitivity and the ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and best practices in overseas study consulting.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide tailored solutions to meet individual student needs.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate and thorough documentation of client interactions and applications.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development to stay abreast of changes in the industry.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends to accommodate client needs and participate in promotional events.
Adherence to ethical standards and compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines in the field of overseas study consulting.
Possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in overseas study consulting, specializing in UK, Canada, Australia, US or Europe.
Exhibit exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively explain concepts and cater to customer needs.
Demonstrate strong sales acumen and the capability to establish and nurture customer relationships.
Possess excellent English language proficiency, enabling effective communication and presentation delivery in English.
Thrive in high-pressure environments and demonstrate the ability to work towards and achieve targets.
Embrace business challenges, actively seek opportunities for improvement, and exhibit a positive attitude towards change.
Excel in collaborative teamwork, fostering a harmonious and productive team environment.
Display professionalism and efficiency in business communication, both in English, and any native language.
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Hard Skills & Tools

sales targetscustomer relationship managementdata trackingproblem-solvingorganizational skillsEnglish language proficiencystudy opportunitiesvisa processesscholarship optionseducational institutions

Soft Skills

customer servicecultural sensitivitycommunication skillsflexibilityteamworkattention to detailprofessionalismadaptabilityrelationship buildingtime management

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree