Student Visa Counsellor

Company Description RiseUp Overseas Pvt. Ltd. is a trusted overseas education and study visa consultancy committed to helping students achieve their global education goals. The organization provides expert guidance, transparent processes, and personalized support for admissions and visas to leading universities and colleges worldwide. RiseUp specializes in study abroad opportunities in destinations such as France, Dubai, the UK, Europe, and more, offering end-to-end assistance including financial guidance, forex, accommodation, and pre-departure support. The company's mission is to simplify the study abroad journey through ethical practices, quality counseling, and student-centered solutions. RiseUp believes every student deserves the right guidance to build a successful international career.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Student Visa Counsellor role based in Ahmedabad. The Student Visa Counsellor will guide prospective students through the entire study abroad process, including course and country selection, university shortlisting, and application support. The role involves counseling students and families, explaining admission and visa requirements, and ensuring accurate documentation for visa filing. The counsellor will coordinate with universities, maintain up-to-date knowledge of international education policies, and provide support on financial documentation, accommodation options, and pre-departure preparations. The position also includes maintaining detailed records in the CRM, following up with leads, delivering excellent customer service, and participating in seminars, events, and outreach activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong Student Counseling and Education advisory skills, with the ability to guide students on course, country, and university selection.
• Experience in Career Counseling, helping students understand global pathways and long-term academic and professional options.
• Excellent Communication and Customer Service skills to engage with students and families in a clear, empathetic, and professional manner.
• Ability to explain visa processes, admission requirements, and documentation in a structured and easy-to-understand way.
• Knowledge of international education systems and study visa processes for major destinations (e.g., Aus, NZ, UK, Finland, Dubai, France) is highly preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and record-keeping.
• Comfort using basic computer applications and CRM or student management systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Management, International Relations, or a related field; prior experience in overseas education consultancy is an advantage.