University Advising Consultant - Contract

POSITION SUMMARY:

The University Advisor provides university advising services to Hudson Global Scholars students. The ideal candidate has experience in university counseling and/or higher education recruitment. The advisor will be responsible for meeting with students and their parents, guiding the university application process, and supporting students’ post-secondary plans with a focus on entry to US and other English-speaking institutions of higher education. This position will primarily work with an international student population.

The candidate is comfortable and experienced working with students and parents across a variety of cultures and must be passionate about supporting high school students in their journey to higher education pathways.

• · This is a 100% remote role. The individual may be based anywhere in the US. Must be available to meet with international students. Sessions with students are expected to be scheduled between 9 AM and 2 PM EDT.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The functions and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• · Manage student advising cases as assigned 
• · Develop and share expertise on the universities included in the HGS university portfolio
• · Participate in trainings and team meetings to stay updated on admissions trends and university requirements.
• · Advise and support high school students and their families in the university counseling journey, including (not limited to):

o identifying potential university and academic programs

o completing applications

o considering financial parameters

o identifying scholarship opportunities

o complying with admissions policies

o explaining student visa procedures

• · Conduct outreach to students and families including phone calls, virtual meetings, emails, and presentations.
• · Facilitate virtual group presentations and student activities to promote and engage students in the university advising program.
• · Create, maintain, and monitor records, including college admissions data, as well as enter and validate data in multiple systems.
• · Other duties as assigned

The qualifications and skill requirements for this position include:

• · Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, school counseling, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• · 2+ years experience in college admissions counseling, international student recruitment, or related experience
• · Solid understanding of university admissions processes in the United States, Canada, UK, and/or Australia
• · Interpersonal skills necessary to work cooperatively and effectively with individuals and groups.
• · Data-driven with strong documentation skills
• · Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and digital communication skills.
• · Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• · Ability to work effectively in a virtual position
• · Proficiency with technology such as Microsoft Office Suite
• · Experience using common CRM and SIS platforms, or ability to quickly learn
• · Availability to support international clients in a variety of time zones
• · Bi- or Multilingual proficiency - Turkish is a plus
•   Comfort using Zoom and Whatsapp messaging for student/family communications

Compensation is approximately $22.00 per hour