Academic Advisor

Syenah Study Abroad; Thrissur; On-site; INR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Attractive incentive structure

Job summary

Syenah Study Abroad in Thrissur seeks an Academic Advisor to guide students and parents on study abroad opportunities (UK, EU, USA, and more). You will handle walk-ins, manage follow-ups, and support applicants through admissions and visa steps with clear guidance.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in study abroad counseling, fluent in Tamil and English, and a proactive, target-driven attitude. Competitive fixed salary and attractive incentives await.

Qualifications

• Strong student counseling and academic advising skills.
• Excellent communication with diverse students and families.
• Proficiency in career and education guidance to help students understand global study options.
• Ability to build trust with students and families, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and professional integrity.
• Experience in academic advising, study abroad consulting, or education services, preferably with international admissions exposure.
• Comfort with using digital tools and basic data management systems to track student progress and coordinate applications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students and parents for Study Abroad programs (UK, EU, USA & other destinations).
• Handle walk-ins and digital leads effectively.
• Maintain strong follow-up systems and pipeline tracking.
• Convert qualified leads into confirmed enrollments.
• Build trust with parents and manage objections professionally.
• Meet and exceed monthly admission targets.
• Coordinate with documentation and visa teams.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Career guidance

Cultural sensitivity

Experience in study abroad/education

Digital tools & data management

Time management

Tools

Data management systems

Job description

Syenah Study Abroad is a student-focused international education consultancy helping students pursue higher education at leading universities and institutions worldwide. We provide personalised guidance in course selection, university applications, scholarships, visa assistance, and pre-departure support. Our mission is to simplify the study abroad journey and help students make informed decisions that align with their academic goals and career aspirations. We are committed to providing reliable, personalised support at every step of their journey.

Role Description

Syenah Study Abroad is looking for a motivated and experienced Academic Advisor to join our Thrissur team. The role involves counselling students and parents, providing guidance on international education opportunities, assisting with course and university selection, and supporting students throughout the admissions journey.

• QualificationsStrong Student Counseling and Academic Advising skills to support students across diverse academic and personal backgrounds
• Strong communication skills and the ability to connect effectively with diverse students
• Proficiency in Career and Education guidance to help students understand global study options and career pathways
• Ability to build trust with students and families, demonstrating cultural sensitivity, and professional integrity
• Experience working in academic advising, study abroad consulting, or education services, preferably with international admissions exposure
• Comfort with using digital tools and basic data management systems to track student progress and coordinate applications
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple student cases and deadlines effectively

Key Responsibilities

• Counsel students and parents for Study Abroad programs (UK, EU, USA & other destinations)
• Handle walk-ins and digital leads effectively
• Maintain strong follow-up systems and pipeline tracking
• Convert qualified leads into confirmed enrollments
• Build trust with parents and manage objections professionally
• Meet and exceed monthly admission targets
• Coordinate with documentation and visa teams

Who we are looking for

• 1-3 years of experience in Study Abroad counselling
• Strong closing and negotiation skills
• Fluent in Tamil and English
• Confident personality with strong communication skills
• Ability to provide clear guidance on admissions and career prospects
• Self-motivated and performance-driven
• Comfortable working with targets

What should you expect?

• Competitive Fixed Salary (Based on experience)
• Attractive Incentive Structure (Uncapped earning potential)