Student Counsellor

Sterling Study Abroad; Kozhikode district; On-site; INR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Study Abroad in Kozhikode invites a Student Counsellor to guide aspiring students through the full study abroad journey, from enquiry to post-admission support. You will conduct personalised counselling sessions, understand backgrounds and goals, and recommend programs and destinations that best fit each candidate’s career path.

You will also assist with applications, coordinate with admissions teams, and help with visa procedures and interview preparation.

Qualifications

• Strong counselling and advisory skills, with the ability to understand student needs and suggest appropriate academic pathways.
• Clear spoken and written English and the ability to build trust with students and families.
• Organizational and administrative abilities, such as maintaining records, managing applications, and handling multiple student cases.

Responsibilities

• Guide prospective students through the entire study abroad journey, from initial enquiry to post-admission support.
• Conduct one-on-one counselling sessions and assess academic backgrounds and career goals.
• Recommend suitable countries, universities, and programs; assist with application documentation.
• Coordinate with admissions teams, assist with visa procedures and interview preparation.
• Maintain accurate records in internal systems; follow up with leads; collaborate with marketing and operations.
• Participate in seminars or events to promote Sterling’s services.

Skills

Counselling

Communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of international education

CRM / Student management

Team collaboration

Interview preparation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Company Description

Sterling Study Abroad is a UK- and India-registered study abroad consultancy founded in 2013, dedicated to helping students pursue higher education in leading global destinations. With over a decade of experience, Sterling offers end-to-end support for studying in countries such as the UK, Germany, France, Canada, USA, Australia, Ireland, Austria, Sweden, and Finland. The organization partners with world-class universities and provides services including personalized counselling, application and admission support, visa guidance, interview preparation, language training, and post-arrival assistance. Sterling also builds B2B partnerships with IELTS coaching centers and consultancies, creating exclusive admission opportunities and stronger conversion pipelines. With offices and academies in cities across the UK, Germany, and India, Sterling’s mission is to empower students through global exposure and high-quality international education.

Role Description

The Student Counsellor role is a full-time, on-site position based in Kozhikode. The Student Counsellor will guide prospective students through the entire study abroad journey, from initial enquiry to post-admission support. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting one-on-one counselling sessions, understanding academic backgrounds and career goals, and recommending suitable countries, universities, and programs. The role involves assisting with application documentation, coordinating with admissions teams, and supporting students with visa procedures and interview preparation. The Student Counsellor will also maintain accurate records in internal systems, follow up with leads, collaborate with marketing and operations teams, and participate in seminars or events to promote Sterling’s services.

Qualifications

• Strong counselling and advisory skills, with the ability to understand student needs and suggest appropriate academic pathways.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including clear spoken and written English and the ability to build trust with students and families.
• Organizational and administrative abilities, such as maintaining records, managing applications, and handling multiple student cases simultaneously.
• Basic knowledge of international education systems, admission processes, and visa procedures for major study destinations, or a willingness to learn quickly.
• Proficiency in using computers and common office software, with comfort working with CRM or student management tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and adapt in a dynamic, target-driven environment.
• Prior experience in student counselling, education consulting, or customer-facing roles is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; a background in education, counselling, or business is preferred.