Program Advisor (Student Recruitment)

Global University Systems; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Global University Systems is recruiting Program Advisors to promote medical education program portfolios to prospective students by phone, email and online meetings. You will manage the student pipeline from enquiry to enrolment and tuition payment, supporting domestic and international students throughout the full application journey.

You will work with limited supervision, guiding a consultative enrolment process, mastering internal systems, programs, and higher education processes while

Qualifications

• 1+ years exposure to the higher education industry.
• 2+ years of professional, full-time sales experience working through complex sales cycles with multiple touch points and decision makers.
• 2+ years’ track record of meeting revenue targets and performance quotas.
• Ability to record productivity, report from and maintain sales CRM systems, spreadsheets, and collate data.
• Fast learner, meticulous attention to detail with near-perfect verbal and written communication skills.
• A problem-solving and positive attitude with an interest in higher education and the medical profession.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage high volume of prospective students through phone, sms, video calls, emails and chats.
• Continuously learn and master course offerings and programs through training and research.
• Provide tailored consultations and advice to prospective students.
• Guide students through the full application journey from enquiry to enrolment and tuition payment.
• Advise international students on visa, immigration, and compliance requirements where applicable.
• Maintain CRM records with high attention to detail.

Skills

Higher education sales

CRM proficiency

Lead conversion

Communication skills

Data recording

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Commerce/Tech/Science

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About Global University Systems (GUS)

Global University Systems (GUS) is an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education. We believe education drives careers, lives, and society forward, enabling a brighter future for all. Our network of 30 institutions offers the broadest range of industry-relevant skills through inclusive, accessible, and digital-first learning. We currently educate around 122,000 students on campuses worldwide and have 20M+ unique subscribers to our courses. Our global ecosystem powers accessible digital learning and academic achievement.

About Global University Systems (GUS)

Global University Systems (GUS) is an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education. We believe education drives careers, lives, and society forward, enabling a brighter future for all. Our network of 30 institutions offers the broadest range of industry-relevant skills through inclusive, accessible, and digital-first learning. We currently educate around 122,000 students on campuses worldwide and have 20M+ unique subscribers to our courses. Our global ecosystem powers accessible digital learning and academic achievement.

About The Role

Program Advisors are responsible for promoting the {Saba University School of Medicine//Medical University of the Americas//St Matthews University School of Medicine} programme portfolio to prospective students via phone, email, and online meetings, forming a vital and integral part of the sales and recruitment team.

The purpose of the role is to manage the student pipeline from initial enquiry and application through to enrolment and payment of tuition fees, providing domestic and international students with support throughout the full application journey.

You will work with minimal day-to-day supervision, leading and managing a consultative enrolment process within established procedures and parameters. The role requires a strong understanding of internal systems, processes, programme offerings, and the wider higher education environment.

Role holders are expected to work with independence and initiative, prioritise effectively in response to changing demands, and make decisions within defined parameters. You will also be expected to actively contribute to improving recruitment processes and student experience.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively manage and respond to a high volume of prospective students through phone, sms, video calls, emails and chats. Often making 100+ dials per day.

• Continuously learn and master the course offerings and programs provided by the {Saba University School of Medicine//Medical University of the Americas//St Matthews University School of Medicine} through structured training and independent research.
• Provide individually tailored consultations and advice to prospective students, adapting communication style to meet diverse needs
• Guide students through the full application journey: from initial enquiry through to application completion, offer conversion, and enrolment at {Saba University School of Medicine//Medical University of the Americas//St Matthews University School of Medicine}.
• Explore a students’ career aspirations and confidently highlight to them the relevant Clinical and Residency options in our programs to support their goals.
• Advise international students on visa, immigration, and compliance requirements where applicable
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective students, providing tailored guidance and solutions, keeping applicants engaged and informed through their enrolment process
• Deliver excellent customer service to students and stakeholders at all stages of the recruitment cycle
• Represent {Saba University School of Medicine//Medical University of the Americas//St Matthews University School of Medicine} in a professional, positive, and engaging manner at all times
• Accurately maintain CRM systems with a high level of attention to detail, ensuring all student records are kept up to date
• Identify opportunities for new business and recruitment avenues within the market
• Support continuous improvement in recruitment processes and student conversion strategies

Requirements

Minimum

• 1+ years exposure to the higher education industry
• 2+ years of professional, full-time sales experience working through complex sales cycles with multiple touch points and decision makers
• 2+ years’ track record of meeting revenue targets and performance quotas
• Ability to record productivity, report from and maintain sales CRM systems, spreadsheets, and collate data
• Fast learner, meticulous attention to detail with near-perfect verbal and written communication skills
• A problem-solving and positive attitude with an interest in higher education and the medical profession

Preferred

• Prior experience in a Medical education or e-learning space
• Related Marketing, Commerce, Tech, or Science based Bachelors or Honours Degree
• 1+ years of experience in a team leadership role

Global University Systems equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities and are committed to the principle of equality regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.

The post holder may be asked to undertake different or additional duties in line with business requirements at the request of their line manager.

There is an expectation that all employees will maintain the values of the Group and will comply with the code of conduct as well as equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding policies.