College Counselling Manager- Undergraduate Applications Specialist

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About Rostrum Education

Rostrum Education is a premier global education consultancy, guiding students toward admission to the most competitive universities in the U.S., U.K., and Canada. We offer end-to-end support— from profile building to final college decisions— empowering each student with expert mentorship, personalized strategy, and global perspective.

Role Overview

Counselling Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Student Counseling & Oversight

• Oversee and support counselors in managing student applications, mentorship coordination, and communication with families.
• Step in for complex student cases and provide direct support on academic, test prep, or personal challenges.
• Conduct quality checks on key deliverables— SOPs, LORs, resumes, essays, personal statements, and application forms.
• Facilitate decision-making and program shortlisting with students and parents.
• Guide profile and candidacy building from early academic years— help students identify and plan impactful extracurriculars, competitions, research, internships, and community projects.
• Curate and recommend resources, mentors, and project ideas tailored to each student’s interests and target universities.

2. Team Coordination & Mentorship Management

• Guide and supervise junior counselors to ensure all students follow a clear, personalized admissions roadmap.
• Schedule and monitor mentor sessions, ensuring alignment with each student’s goals and timelines.
• Organize internal workshops and mock interviews to prepare students for competitive interviews and admissions processes.

3. Admissions Strategy & Application Support

• Offer structured guidance on U.S., U.K., and Canadian university application processes, including degree types, timelines, and test requirements.
• Help students understand equivalency requirements, transcript evaluations, and academic fit for their target countries.
• Advise on scholarship opportunities and help families compare final offers and funding options.

4. Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

• Act as a reliable point of contact for parents and students for progress updates and guidance.
• Document key student milestones and ensure timely completion of all tasks and applications.
• Share feedback with leadership to improve student experience and counseling operations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors and Master’s degree in any discipline (preferably from the U.S., U.K., or Canada).

• 2–4 years of experience

  in academic counseling, university admissions, or education advising.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in academic writing and application editing.
• Good organizational and multitasking abilities; comfortable managing multiple student timelines.
• Prior experience working directly with students and families in a mentoring or advisory role.

Preferred Profile

• Study Abroad Experience

  : Completed full degree in the U.S., U.K., or Canada.

• University Application Knowledge

  : Familiar with undergraduate/postgraduate admissions processes including Common App, UCAS, and Canadian university platforms.

• Empathetic and Detail-Oriented

  : Able to build trust with students and ensure nothing falls through the cracks.

• Team Player

  : Comfortable working cross-functionally with mentors, editors, and academic leads.

Why Join Rostrum Education?

• Play a critical role in shaping the futures of ambitious, global-minded students.
• Work in a supportive, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment.
• Competitive compensation with career advancement opportunities.
• Join a dynamic and mission-driven team with a strong international focus.