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Student Recruiter
Job summary
A leading private education firm is seeking a proactive Student Advisor in Sandton, Gauteng. This role involves presenting at schools, conducting student interviews, and guiding applicants through the admission process. The ideal candidate has a diploma in a relevant field and several years of sales experience, preferably in education. Attractive salary plus bonuses and perks like professional development are offered.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years' experience in sales, ideally in education or student recruitment.
- Valid driver's license and own transport.
Responsibilities
- Deliver compelling presentations at targeted schools and expos.
- Conduct interviews and respond to online applications.
- Guide students through the application process.
Skills
Education
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 who is confident presenting at schools, driven by performance targets, and passionate about helping students take the next step in their academic journey.
Based in Sandton, Gauteng
- 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
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
- 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
- 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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