Academic Counsellor
Exclusive Closer · India
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- Hybrid
- Full-time
- ₹35,000 / year
- India
Job highlights
- Counsel students and parents on academic decisions.
- Handle 100% inbound calls and provide demo sessions.
- Meet sales targets for student admissions.
- Work remotely with a reputed EdTech company.
- Earn ₹50,000-₹60,000+ monthly with incentives.
About the role
Academic Counselor - EdTech Company (Remote)
Exclusive Closers is seeking Academic Counselors for a leading EdTech company. This is a 100% inbound sales role focusing on guiding students and parents through academic decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle inbound calls, provide demo sessions, and offer academic counseling.
- Understand learning needs and recommend appropriate programs.
- Follow a structured sales process to achieve admission targets.
- Maintain accurate lead and enrollment records in CRM.
- Ensure a high-quality and professional counseling experience.
- Collaborate with internal teams for seamless student onboarding.
- Work effectively under targets and timelines while ensuring service excellence.
Candidate Profile
- 6 months to 3 years of experience in Sales, Counseling, or Customer-facing roles.
- Mandatory experience in EdTech sales.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and confident demeanor.
- Target-driven and comfortable working 6 days a week, including weekends.
- Motivated individuals seeking stable income and strong incentive earnings.
What You Get
- Fixed salary: ₹25,000 - ₹35,000 per month (based on experience).
- Earning Potential with incentives: ₹50,000–₹60,000+ per month.
- 100% inbound calls, no cold calling required.
- Remote work opportunity with a reputed EdTech brand.
- Growth opportunities in academic counseling and high-ticket sales.
Key skills/competency
- Academic Counseling
- EdTech Sales
- Inbound Sales
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Lead Generation
- Admission Process
- Sales Targets
- Communication Skills
- Student Onboarding
- Consultative Sales
Skills & topics
- Academic Counselor
- EdTech Sales
- Remote Job
- Inbound Sales
- Counseling
- Student Admissions
- Sales Targets
- Customer Service
- EdTech
- India Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight EdTech sales and counseling experience.
- Showcase communication skills: Emphasize your ability to counsel students and parents effectively.
- Quantify achievements: Provide data on sales targets met and incentives earned.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your sales approach and customer-service philosophy.
- Emphasize remote work readiness: Highlight your self-discipline and ability to work from home.
Technical preparation
Familiarize with EdTech platforms and CRM.,Practice demo session delivery techniques.,Understand sales processes and target metrics.,Review common academic program structures.
Behavioral questions
Describe counseling a challenging student/parent.,How do you handle sales targets?,How do you build rapport with clients?,What motivates you in a sales role?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Academic Counselor role at Exclusive Closer?
- The Academic Counselor position is a 100% remote role, allowing you to work from home anywhere in India. This offers flexibility while being part of a reputed EdTech company.
- Is EdTech experience mandatory for the Academic Counselor job?
- Yes, EdTech sales experience is mandatory for this Academic Counselor role. Candidates with 6 months to 3 years of sales or counseling experience are encouraged to apply, provided they meet this specific industry requirement.
- What is the earning potential for an Academic Counselor with Exclusive Closer?
- The earning potential is significant. You'll receive a fixed salary between ₹25,000 - ₹35,000 per month, with the opportunity to earn ₹50,000 - ₹60,000 or more monthly through achievable incentives.
- What are the working days and hours for this remote Academic Counselor role?
- This role requires working 6 days a week, with one weekday off. It's important to note that working on Saturdays and Sundays is compulsory.
- Does this Academic Counselor position involve cold calling?
- No, this is a 100% inbound sales role. You will be handling warm leads and will not be required to make any cold calls. Your focus will be on counseling students and parents who have already shown interest.
- What kind of experience is required for the Academic Counselor role?
- We are looking for professionals with 6 months to 3 years of experience in Sales, Counseling, or Customer-facing roles. Crucially, prior experience in EdTech sales is mandatory for this position.