Foreign Education Consultant & Student Mentor

Job Title: Foreign Education Consultant & Student Mentor

Location: Mumbai (Work from Office)

Experience: 7+ years preferred

Industry: Education / Study Abroad Consulting

About Us:

We are on a mission to redefine how students in India prepare for international education. Our approach goes beyond traditional consultancy—we mentor students starting as early as 8th grade, guiding them across academics, extracurriculars, and profile-building to help them secure admission into the world’s top universities.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Foreign Education Consultant & Student Mentor who will play a pivotal role in guiding school and junior college students—alongside their parents—through the entire journey of studying abroad. From profile-building in early grades to final admission support, you will be their trusted advisor, strategist, and motivator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mentor students from Grades 8–12 through their journey toward studying abroad.

• Guide on academic planning, extracurricular involvement, summer schools, research opportunities, and community engagement activities to build a strong profile.

• Provide end-to-end support for applications to undergraduate programs abroad (USA, UK, Canada, Europe, etc.), including college shortlisting, SOPs/essays, LORs, application portals, and timelines.

• Conduct regular mentoring sessions with students and review progress.

• Communicate effectively with parents, updating them on timelines, expectations, and action plans.

• Maintain detailed student records and ensure timely follow-ups and interventions.

• Stay updated with changes in international admission processes, visa regulations, and global education trends.

• Collaborate with internal teams for content, test prep, and operational requirements.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in mentoring or counseling school/junior college students for foreign education.

• Proven experience in profile building and handling UG admissions.

• Strong understanding of the undergraduate admissions landscape in the USA, UK, Canada, and other major destinations.

• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.

• Empathetic, student-first mindset with the ability to guide and motivate adolescents.

• Skilled at managing parent relationships with professionalism and sensitivity.

• Prior experience working with schools, international curriculum (IB, IGCSE), or edtech startups is a strong plus.

Preferred Background:

• Bachelor's/Master’s in Psychology, Education, Counseling, or a related field.

• Certifications in career or admissions counseling (eg: UCLA Extension, British Council, etc.) are a plus.

What We Offer:

• A mission-driven environment impacting student futures meaningfully.

• The chance to work closely with forward-thinking education leaders and families.

• Strong growth trajectory and ownership in building a best-in-class mentorship platform.

• Supportive and collaborative work culture.

You can share your resume on reena.jadhav@hiwipay.com or DM directly