Study Abroad Lead Conversion Specialist

Job ID: 40516158

Budget: ₹1,500 – ₹12,500 INR

Project Overview

We are looking for an experienced Study Abroad Lead Conversion Specialist to engage with student inquiries, counsel prospective applicants, and convert qualified leads into enrolled students for overseas education programs.

The ideal candidate should have prior experience in international education consulting, student counseling, admissions, or study abroad services, particularly for destinations such as the UK, Australia, Canada, USA, Ireland, and Europe.

Responsibilities

- Contact and engage leads generated through website forms, social media, referrals, and marketing campaigns.
- Conduct initial student counseling sessions via phone, WhatsApp, Zoom, or email.
- Understand student profiles, academic background, budget, and career aspirations.
- Recommend suitable universities, courses, and destination countries.
- Guide students through the application and admissions process.
- Follow up consistently with prospects to improve conversion rates.
- Maintain lead status and notes in CRM.
- Coordinate with admissions and processing teams for seamless student onboarding.
- Achieve agreed monthly conversion targets.

Required Skills

- Previous experience in study abroad counseling or international admissions.
- Strong communication and persuasion skills.
- Familiarity with UK, Australia, Canada, USA, and European university admissions.
- Ability to handle leads independently and nurture them through the decision-making process.
- Experience using CRM systems, Excel, or lead management tools.
- Comfortable working remotely and managing follow-ups proactively.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with education agencies, overseas education consultancies, or university partnerships.
- Knowledge of visa processes and admission requirements.
- Existing understanding of scholarship opportunities and student financing options.

Engagement Model

- Remote/Freelance
- Fixed monthly retainer plus performance-based incentives.
- Long-term opportunity for high-performing candidates.

Success Metrics

- Lead response time
- Student counseling sessions completed
- Applications submitted
- Offer letters received
- Student enrollments/conversions