Career Counselor

Job Title: Career Counselor / Admissions Counselor

Location: Vesu, Surat (On-site)

Company: Career Express

About Us

Career Express is a leading career guidance platform helping students make informed decisions about their academic and career paths. We specialize in counseling for Indian and Foreign universities, with a commitment to personalized guidance and end-to-end admission support.

Job Summary

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Career Counselor / Admissions Counselor to join our team. The ideal candidate will guide students through the college and university selection process — both in India and abroad — and assist with admissions, applications, and profile building. A strong ability to research, communicate effectively, and coordinate with both students and internal teams is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Counsel students and parents on higher education options in India and abroad (UG and PG programs).
• Assist students with college/university selection, application processes, and documentation.
• Provide personalized guidance for competitive exams like NEET, JEE, and other career streams.
• Help students with profile building – identifying relevant certifications, internships, extracurriculars, and test preparation.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of admission timelines, eligibility criteria, and application requirements across global and Indian institutions.
• Communicate effectively with students through meetings, calls, and emails; resolve queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Work closely with internal teams (marketing, operations, and overseas education partners) to ensure smooth workflow and timely updates.
• Maintain and update student records using internal CRM tools.
• Contribute to content creation for blogs, webinars, and student sessions when needed.
• Conduct mock interviews, SOP reviews, and help students prepare for visa/college interviews.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• 1–4 years of experience in academic counseling, admissions, or student guidance.
• Experience in NEET/JEE counseling and admissions preferred.
• Familiarity with study abroad destinations (USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe) and Indian universities (including private and competitive-entry institutions).
• Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English and Hindi/Regional Language.
• Proficient in MS Office, Google Workspace, and CRM tools.

Preferred Qualities

• Empathetic listener with a genuine interest in student development.
• Self-motivated and proactive with a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple student profiles simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Exposure to Indian and global education systems.
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization.
• Friendly and collaborative work environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vesu, Surat, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person