Academic Counsellor (Study Abroad)

Guidance Plus Educational Services; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidance Plus Educational Services in Kochi is seeking an Academic Counsellor (Study Abroad) to advise students on international study options, entry requirements, and suitable programs across the UK, USA, New Zealand, Australia and Canada.

Daily tasks include consultations, assessing student profiles, recommending pathways, guiding applications and documentation, organizing information sessions, and coordinating with partner institutions to ensure high-quality student support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling or a related field.
• Experience in student counseling and advising is preferred.
• Knowledge of admission processes and visa requirements for major destinations (UK, USA, New Zealand, Australia, Canada).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one counseling on international study options.
• Assess student profiles and recommend academic pathways.
• Guide applicants through applications, documentation, and admissions processes.
• Organize information sessions and maintain accurate student records.
• Coordinate with partner institutions as needed to support applicants.

Skills

Student Counseling

Communication Skills

Career Counseling

Higher Education Counseling

Study Abroad Consulting

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Bachelor's in Psychology

Bachelor's in Counseling

Job description

Company Description

Guidance Plus Educational Services is a leading study abroad consultancy based in Kochi, supporting students who wish to pursue education in overseas destinations. The organization recruits students to a wide range of countries, including the UK, USA, New Zealand, Australia, Germany, France, Malaysia, Dubai and Canada. With strong local recognition among study abroad aspirants, Guidance Plus offers personalized guidance throughout the application and admission process. The team focuses on helping learners make informed decisions about international education pathways and achieve their academic and career goals.

Role Description

The Academic Counsellor (Study Abroad) will provide one-on-one counseling to students on international study options, entry requirements, and suitable programs in countries such as the UK, USA, New Zealand, Australia, and Canada. Daily tasks include conducting consultations, assessing student profiles, recommending academic pathways, and guiding applicants through applications, documentation, and admission processes. The role also involves organizing information sessions, maintaining accurate student records, following up with prospective learners, and coordinating with partner institutions as needed. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Kochi, requiring close collaboration with the internal team to ensure high-quality student support and service.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Student Counseling and Academic Advising to support learners in choosing appropriate courses and institutions.
• Proficiency in Communication, including clear verbal and written interaction with students, families, and institutional partners.
• Experience in Career Counseling and Education, with the ability to connect academic choices to long-term career outcomes.
• Prior experience in study abroad consulting, international admissions, or higher education services is preferred.
• Knowledge of admission processes and visa requirements for major study destinations such as the UK, USA, New Zealand, Australia, and Canada.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field; advanced qualifications or certifications in counseling are an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple student cases simultaneously.
• Comfort working in an on-site, student-facing role, with a learner-focused and inclusive approach.