Educational Counselor

Pathways Global Education Pvt. Ltd.; Lahore; On-site; PKR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways Global Education Pvt. Ltd. in Lahore is seeking an Educational Counselor to advise students on study pathways abroad, assess profiles, and manage applications with high service standards.

You will guide visa prep, document reviews, and communications with students and institutions, while maintaining CRM records and meeting conversion targets. You will support applicants across UK, USA, Canada, Australia, and EU destinations, ensuring ethical advising and timely progress through the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Business, or related field.
• 1–3 years in education counseling, university placement, or student recruitment.
• In-depth knowledge of international higher education systems across major destinations.
• Experience with SOP and resume editing; document review.
• Familiarity with student visa requirements and interview preparation.
• CRM usage and accurate record-keeping of consultations and applications.
• Strong English communication and ability to explain procedures clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assess student needs through one-on-one consultations to evaluate background and goals.
• Provide tailored guidance on courses, universities, and countries based on profiles.
• Manage application processes, document preparation, and status tracking.
• Assist with visa procedures, interviews, and pre-departure guidance.
• Maintain CRM records and follow up with students and institutions.
• Communicate effectively with students and parents, explaining timelines and costs.
• Convert inquiries into confirmed applicants while upholding ethical standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Student counseling

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Business, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Application platforms

Job description

Job Description:

Pathways Global Education Pvt. Ltd. based in Lahore is an international education consultancy that helps students secure admission to reputable universities abroad. We provide end-to-end guidance from course and university selection to application support and pre-departure briefings. As an Educational Counselor you will be a primary student-facing advisor responsible for assessing student profiles, recommending appropriate study pathways, and managing application processes while maintaining Pathways Global's high standards of service.

• Assess student needs: Conduct one-on-one consultations to evaluate academic background, aspirations, language proficiency, and financial considerations.
• Provide tailored guidance: Recommend suitable courses, universities, and countries based on each student's profile and career goals.
• Manage application process: Assist with document preparation, statement of purpose review, application submissions, and tracking of admission status.
• Visa & pre-departure support: Prepare students for visa interviews, review supporting documentation, and conduct pre-departure orientations covering accommodation, culture, and compliance.
• Maintain records & follow-up: Keep accurate CRM records of consultations and application milestones; follow up with students and institutions to ensure timely progress.
• Student/parent communication: Counsel students and parents clearly and empathetically, explaining procedures, timelines, and costs.
• Conversion & targets: Convert inquiries into confirmed applicants while adhering to ethical advisory standards.

Job Specification:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Business, or related field.
• Experience: 1-3 years in education counseling, university placement, or student recruitment.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of international higher education systems and destinations: UK, USA, Canada, Australia, EU.
• Application skills: Experience with application platforms, document review, SOP and resume editing.
• Visa procedures: Familiarity with student visa requirements, documentation, and interview preparation.
• CRM competency: Experience tracking leads, consult notes, and application stages.
• Language & communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English.
• Other: Attention to detail, organizational/time-management skills, ability to handle confidential student data, sales orientation (ethical).