Student Recruiter/Sales – Cape Town

North Coast Labour Consultants CC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A private education consulting firm in Cape Town seeks a proactive Student Advisor to drive student recruitment. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, a solid background in sales, and a degree in relevant fields. Responsibilities include delivering presentations, scheduling interviews, and helping students through the application process. A valid driver’s license and own transport are essential. This role offers a competitive salary of R20 000 per month with incentive bonuses.

Benefits

Incentive bonuses for target achievement

LinkedIn Learning subscription

Staff and family discounts on courses

Provident fund contributions

Birthday voucher and generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in sales (ideally in education/student recruitment).
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compelling presentations at targeted schools and expos.
• Conduct student interviews using scripts, engaging with students and parents.
• Guide students through the application process during interviews.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Sales skills

Education

3 Year Diploma or Degree in PR, Business, Marketing or Communication

Job description

Our client in the private education sector is recruiting a proactive and dynamic Student Advisor to join their student recruitment team. This role is ideal for someone confident in presenting at schools, driven by performance targets, and passionate about helping students take the next step in their academic journey.

Based in Newlands, Cape Town

• 3 Year Diploma or Degree in PR, Business, Marketing or Communication
• Own car and a valid driver’s license are essential
• 2+ years’ sales or student recruitment experience is an advantage
• Target-driven, highly organised and people-focused

Key Responsibilities Include:

Presentation & School Engagement

• Deliver compelling presentations at targeted schools and expos
• Distribute marketing materials and generate student interest
• Represent the institution at stakeholder events
• Meet monthly school presentation and database collection targets

Interviews & Consultations

• Make proactive calls and schedule student interviews
• Conduct interviews using scripts, engaging with students and parents
• Respond to online applications and queries timeously
• Achieve weekly, monthly and annual interview targets

Applications & Conversions

• Guide students through the application process during interviews
• Follow up on payments and missing documentation
• Drive conversions through calling campaigns and follow-ups
• Meet application and pre-registration fee payment targets

Registrations & Admin

• Support the team to meet annual registration targets
• Ensure interview forms and applications are complete and accurate
• Maintain daily reports and update CRM systems as required

Requirements:

• 3-year Diploma or Degree in PR, Business, Marketing or Communications
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in sales (ideally in education/student recruitment)
• Valid driver’s license and own transport
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised, target-driven and customer-focused
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Benefits:

• R20 000 per month, plus Incentive bonuses for target achievement
• LinkedIn Learning subscription for continuous professional growth
• Staff and family discounts on courses
• Provident fund contributions (includes Death & Funeral cover)
• Birthday voucher and generous annual leave allowance

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