Student Counselor – Study Abroad Advisor

About the role

Next Level Education is seeking a dedicated Student Counselor to join its Jaffna office. In this full‑time, on‑site position you will guide prospective students through every step of their study‑abroad journey, from initial counseling to visa preparation.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct one‑on‑one counseling sessions to assess academic backgrounds and career aspirations.
• Recommend suitable countries, universities, and courses based on individual profiles.
• Assist students with application forms, document collection, scholarship searches, and SOP/personal statement drafting.
• Provide basic support for visa documentation and keep families informed of progress.
• Coordinate with partner institutions, attend education fairs, and maintain accurate records of interactions.

Required profile

• Strong counseling and career‑guidance abilities.
• Excellent spoken and written English with the skill to simplify complex processes.
• Attention to detail, organizational talent, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Education, Psychology, Business or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in overseas education consulting or student advisory services is a plus.

Required skills

• Customer‑service orientation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an office environment while maintaining confidentiality.

What we offer

• Opportunity to impact students’ international education pathways.
• Professional development in a growing education consultancy.
• Supportive team environment with access to a network of 150+ partner universities.