Overseas academic advisor

Aim Britz Study Abroad; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Aim Britz Study Abroad in Kochi is seeking an Overseas Academic Advisor for a full-time, on-site role to guide prospective students toward suitable programs abroad, notably in the UK and Canada. You will counsel families, assess goals, explain admissions and help with applications.

You will coordinate with teams on documentation and visa processes, conduct online and in-person sessions, and support students through interviews while contributing to seminars and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; strong counseling and advisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for group and one-on-one sessions.
• Organizational skills to manage applications, documentation, timelines and follow-ups.
• Knowledge of overseas education systems and visa requirements for UK/Canada.
• Proficiency with online platforms and video conferencing for counseling sessions.
• Fluent English; regional languages are advantageous.
• Experience in study abroad consulting preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students and families to select suitable programs and institutions abroad.
• Assess academic profiles and career goals; explain admission requirements and processes.
• Coordinate documentation and visa-related procedures with internal teams.
• Conduct online and in-person counseling sessions; help prepare students for interviews and assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of each applicant’s journey.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams; participate in seminars and events.
• Stay updated on international education trends, university policies, and immigration guidelines.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Organization

Overseas education

Video conferencing

Office software

English fluency

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Background in education or counseling

Job description

Company Description

Aim Britz Study Abroad is a consultancy specializing in overseas education, powered by a team with firsthand experience studying at universities in the UK and Canada. Founded with small teams in London and India, the organization has grown to 50+ core members and 20 online staff supporting students globally. Aim Britz prepares students for success through online mock interview sessions and end-to-end guidance throughout the study abroad journey. Since 2018, the consultancy has facilitated over 6,000 visas and has been recognized in the Asia Book of Records and India Book of Records for hosting the largest overseas education seminar. The team is committed to offering reliable, student-centered support for individuals pursuing international education opportunities.

Role Description

The Overseas Academic Advisor role is a full-time, on-site position based in Kochi. The advisor will guide prospective students in selecting suitable academic programs and institutions abroad, with a focus on destinations such as the UK, Canada, and other key study abroad locations. Day-to-day responsibilities include counseling students and families, assessing academic profiles and career goals, explaining admission requirements and application processes, and supporting documentation and visa-related procedures in coordination with the internal team. The advisor will conduct online and in-person counseling sessions, help prepare students for interviews and assessments, and maintain accurate records of each applicant’s journey. The role also involves collaborating with marketing and operations teams, participating in seminars and events, and staying updated on international education trends, university policies, and immigration guidelines.

Qualifications

• Strong student counseling and advisory skills, including the ability to assess academic backgrounds, career aspirations, and program fit.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to conduct one-on-one and group sessions with students and families.
• Organizational and administrative abilities to manage applications, documentation, timelines, and follow-ups efficiently.
• Knowledge of overseas education systems, admission processes, and visa requirements, particularly for destinations such as the UK and Canada.
• Proficiency in using online platforms, video conferencing tools, and basic office software for counseling sessions and record-keeping.
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; a background in education, counseling, or international studies is an advantage.
• Prior experience in study abroad consulting, student advising, or related fields is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and maintain a student-centric, ethical approach.
• Comfort communicating in English; additional regional language skills will be beneficial for local student engagement.