Senior Admissions Counselor

MBA-ESG-India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 400,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

MBA-ESG-India in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Admissions Counselor to guide prospective students through the admissions lifecycle on its Bengaluru campus. You will handle inquiries, provide counseling, support applications, and drive enrollment with ethical, student-centered practices.

You will conduct one-on-one and group sessions, participate in information sessions, webinars, and campus events, and work with marketing and academic teams to maintain accurate records in admissions systems.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to counsel prospective students and families.
• Customer service mindset to provide accurate, supportive guidance through admissions.
• Sales ability to manage leads and convert inquiries while meeting enrollment targets.
• Knowledge of education programs, curricula, and career outcomes in business/management.
• Relevant degrees in business, education, counseling or related field.
• Prior admissions or education sales experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with CRM tools, MS Office, and admissions data reporting.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and handle multiple priorities ethically.

Responsibilities

• Counsel prospective students one-on-one and in groups through the admissions lifecycle.
• Participate in information sessions, webinars, and campus events to promote programs.
• Handle inquiries, support applications, and follow up for engaged prospects.
• Manage leads and coordinate with marketing and academic teams for enrollment goals.
• Maintain accurate records in admissions systems and dashboards.
• Drive outreach to schools/colleges and build relationships with partners to strengthen pipelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Education knowledge

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Ethical practice

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/education/counseling

Master's preferred

Tools

CRM tools

MS Office

Data tracking

Job description

Role Description

The Senior Admissions Counselor is a full-time, on-site role based at the Bengaluru campus. This role involves guiding prospective students through the entire admissions lifecycle, including inquiry handling, counseling, application support, and follow-up. The Senior Admissions Counselor will conduct one-on-one and group counseling sessions, participate in information sessions, webinars, and campus events, and provide clear guidance on program structures, eligibility, and career pathways. The role includes managing leads, coordinating with marketing and academic teams, maintaining accurate records in admissions systems, and achieving enrollment targets through ethical and student-centered practices. The counselor will also contribute to outreach initiatives, school and college visits, and relationship-building with educational partners to strengthen the admissions pipeline.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Communication and Interpersonal Communication skills to counsel prospective students and interact with families and stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess Customer Service skills to provide responsive, accurate, and supportive guidance throughout the admissions process.
• Candidates should possess Sales skills to manage leads, convert inquiries to applications, and meet enrollment targets in a professional and ethical manner.
• Candidates should possess Education-related knowledge or experience to explain programs, curricula, and career outcomes in business and management fields.
• Relevant qualifications such as a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in business, education, counseling, or a related field.
• Prior experience in admissions, student counseling, or education sales, preferably in higher education or business schools.
• Proficiency in CRM tools, MS Office, and data tracking for admissions reporting and follow-up.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, handle multiple priorities, and maintain high professional and ethical standards.

Location- Strate School of Design Yelahanka