Academic counsellor

PW (PhysicsWallah); India; Remote; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Training and mentorship from PW experts

Flexible work setup

Job summary

A leading EdTech company is seeking a dynamic Academic Counsellor to assist students in making informed academic choices regarding NEET and JEE exams. This role includes cold calling, needs assessment, and delivering engaging presentations to drive enrolments. The ideal candidate has experience in education sales or counselling, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of exam preparation strategies. This is a full-time work-from-home opportunity with growth potential.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of NEET & JEE exams, including syllabus and exam patterns.
• Excellent communication and persuasion skills.
• Prior experience in academic counselling or sales in education domain preferred.
• Passionate about guiding students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cold calling and assess student needs.
• Provide course recommendations based on individual assessments.
• Deliver engaging sales presentations.
• Handle objections and convert leads.
• Build relationships with students and parents.
• Maintain records of communications and sales performance.
• Collaborate with the sales and academic teams.

Skills

Understanding of NEET & JEE exams

Communication skills

Counselling skills

Persuasion skills

Sales experience

Job description

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About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Academic Counsellor with experience and knowledge of NEET & JEE exam preparation to join our team at Physics Wallah (PW). This role is crucial in guiding students toward the right academic choices, recommending suitable NEET/JEE courses, and driving enrollments through impactful counselling and sales strategies. If you are passionate about education, student success, and career guidance, we’d love to meet you!

• Cold Calling & Lead Qualification: Reach out to prospective students/parents, assess their NEET/JEE background, preparation stage, and career aspirations.
• Needs Assessment & Course Recommendation: Understand the learner’s preparation gaps and suggest appropriate PW NEET/JEE courses and programs.
• Sales Presentations: Deliver persuasive and engaging telephonic presentations showcasing the value of Physics Wallah’s NEET & JEE offerings.
• Objection Handling & Conversions: Address queries/concerns with empathy, resolve doubts about exam strategies or course fit, and successfully drive enrollments.
• Relationship Building: Nurture long-term relationships with students and parents, offering guidance throughout their preparation journey.
• Reporting & Insights: Maintain accurate records of calls, leads, and sales performance; share insights on student needs and exam trends with the team.
• Collaboration & Growth: Work closely with the sales and academics teams to refine strategies, align with exam trends, and enhance enrolment outcomes.

Eligibility & Skills

• Strong understanding of NEET & JEE exams (syllabus, preparation strategies, and exam patterns).
• Excellent communication, counselling, and persuasion skills.
• Prior experience in academic counselling, sales, or education domain (EdTech/Coaching preferred).
• Passion for student success and ability to guide students/parents in making informed decisions.
• Work From Home opportunity with flexible setup.
• Growth opportunities within India’s leading EdTech brand.
• Training and mentorship from PW experts.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education

Industries

• Education

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