Career Guidance Counselor

Byron Recruitment; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Annual flights

Healthcare

Job summary

Byron Recruitment seeks a dedicated University Guidance Counselor to help students plan and achieve higher education goals, with a focus on Canadian entry requirements. You will guide applications, essays, references, and interviews, while building trust with students and families.

The role involves delivering workshops, maintaining counseling records, and coordinating with school staff to ensure timely, high-quality applications. Start date: November 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years full-time experience as a career university guidance counselor
• Degree in Education
• Completion of at least 25 CPD hours
• Strong knowledge of Canadian university admissions requirements
• Experience supporting students with university applications
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to build trust with students, families, and colleagues
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple student cases

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group guidance to students on university selection, applications, and admissions processes
• Support students in identifying academic and career pathways aligned with their interests, strengths, and long-term goals
• Advise students on Canadian university entry requirements, application timelines, and documentation
• Guide students through all stages of the university application process, including personal statements, essays, references, and interviews where applicable
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate counseling records and application data
• Work closely with school staff, students, and families to ensure clear communication and coordinated support
• Deliver workshops and presentations on university planning, application strategies, and higher education options
• Stay informed about developments in university admissions trends, especially within Canada
• Build and maintain professional knowledge through ongoing learning and continuing professional development
• Contribute to a positive, student-focused counseling environment that promotes aspiration and achievement

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Student advocacy

Education

Degree in Education

Job description

University Guidance Counselor

Overview

Byron Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable University Guidance Counselor to support students in planning and achieving their higher education goals. This role is ideal for an experienced counseling professional who understands the university admissions landscape, particularly Canadian university entry requirements, and can provide thoughtful, student-centered guidance throughout the application journey.

The successful candidate will play a key role in helping students identify suitable pathways, make informed decisions, and submit strong university applications. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student outcomes while working in a supportive and professional environment.

Start date: November 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group guidance to students on university selection, applications, and admissions processes

• Support students in identifying academic and career pathways aligned with their interests, strengths, and long-term goals

• Advise students on Canadian university entry requirements, application timelines, and documentation

• Guide students through all stages of the university application process, including personal statements, essays, references, and interviews where applicable

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate counseling records and application data

• Work closely with school staff, students, and families to ensure clear communication and coordinated support

• Deliver workshops and presentations on university planning, application strategies, and higher education options

• Stay informed about developments in university admissions trends, especially within Canada

• Build and maintain professional knowledge through ongoing learning and continuing professional development

• Contribute to a positive, student-focused counseling environment that promotes aspiration and achievement

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 2 years of full-time experience as a career university guidance counselor

• Degree in Education

• Completion of a minimum of 25 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

• Strong knowledge of Canadian university admissions requirements

• Experience supporting students with university applications and post-secondary planning

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Ability to build trust with students, families, and colleagues

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple student cases effectively

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a school or international education setting

• Familiarity with a broad range of international university systems in addition to Canada

• Experience delivering guidance workshops, seminars, or parent information sessions

What Success Looks Like

• Students receive accurate, timely, and personalized university guidance

• Applications are completed to a high standard and submitted within key deadlines

• Students and families feel informed and supported throughout the decision-making process

• Strong university placement outcomes are achieved through high-quality counseling and advising

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package

• Accommodation provided

• Annual flights

• Healthcare

Working Environment

This role offers the opportunity to work in a professional and collaborative setting where student success is the central focus. The University Guidance Counselor will contribute to a culture of care, high standards, and continuous improvement while helping students take confident next steps toward higher education.