Senior Student Advisor

Hired Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Hired Recruitment (Pty) Ltd in Auckland Park is seeking a Senior Student Advisor to guide prospective students through the recruitment journey and convert enquiries into applications and enrolments.

The role focuses on building relationships with schools, parents and students, managing the end-to-end recruitment cycle and achieving monthly enrolment targets in a fast-paced tertiary education setting. A driver's license and own transport preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in the tertiary education sector is required.
• Proven track record of converting enquiries into applications and enrolments.
• Strong sales, networking and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Organised with CRM discipline and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective students and promote academic programmes.
• Convert enquiries into applications and drive enrolments.
• Manage the full student recruitment cycle from enquiry to registration.
• Follow up on leads to maintain high conversion rates.
• Attend career expos, school visits and recruitment events.

Skills

Sales experience

CRM proficiency

Prospecting & lead follow-up

Excellent communication

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Overview

Our client, a well-established organisation within the tertiary education sector, is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Student Advisor to join their team in Auckland Park.

The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding prospective students through the recruitment journey, converting enquiries into applications and enrolments, and building strong relationships to achieve student recruitment targets. This role is ideal for a highly motivated sales professional with a passion for education and student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit prospective students and promote the institution's academic programmes.
• Convert enquiries into applications and successfully drive enrolments.
• Manage the full student recruitment cycle from initial enquiry through to registration.
• Follow up on leads and maintain a high conversion rate.
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective students, parents, schools, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct career guidance and programme consultations.
• Attend career expos, school visits, open days, and recruitment events.
• Generate new business opportunities and identify new student recruitment channels.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and annual enrolment targets.
• Maintain accurate records and sales activity on the CRM system.
• Produce regular sales and recruitment reports.
• Ensure excellent customer service throughout the student journey.
• Keep up to date with programme offerings, admission requirements, and industry trends.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience as a Student Advisor, Student Recruitment Consultant, Admissions Advisor, or similar role within the tertiary education sector.
• Proven track record of converting enquiries into applications and enrolments.
• Strong sales and business development experience.
• Experience working towards and achieving recruitment or sales targets.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organised with strong administrative and CRM skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Outgoing, energetic, and confident personality.
• Passionate about helping students achieve their career goals.
• Target-driven with a strong sales mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills.
• Professional, well-presented, and customer-focused.
• Resilient with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Package

• Basic Salary: R20 000 – R30 000 per month (dependent on experience)
• Annual Performance Incentive
• Opportunity to join a respected organisation within the tertiary education sector
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth and development