Lead - Overseas Admissions Counseling

We are seeking a Lead - Overseas Admissions Counseling to build and lead the student counseling practice. This role goes beyond traditional counseling it blends strategy, product development, and student success, ensuring world-class guidance for students aspiring to study in top English- speaking destinations (US, UK, Canada, Australia, and beyond).

Responsibilities:

Counseling Strategy & Delivery

- Define the student journey roadmap from early high school to college applications.

- Provide expert guidance on admissions strategy, extracurriculars, essays, and interviews.

- Ensure comprehensive coverage across multiple destinations (US, UK, Canada, Australia).

Product Development Input

- Partner with product/tech teams to convert counseling workflows into an AI powered platform.

- Share feedback on features like career roadmaps, checklists, essay reviews, and smart notes.

- Identify where human mentoring is essential vs. automation opportunities.

Team Leadership & Training

- Mentor and train junior counselors as the team grows.

- Establish SOPs, best practices, and quality benchmarks for student counseling.

- Build a strong student-first culture.

Parent & Student Engagement

- Act as a trusted advisor for students and high-net-worth families.

- Clearly communicate the company's value proposition in high-stakes admissions journeys.

Market Insight & Continuous Learning

- Stay updated on global admissions trends, visa policies, and university requirements.

- Provide insights to keep the company competitive against leading agencies (Crimson, Athena, The Red Pen).

Candidate Details Qualifications & Experience:

- 6-10 years of experience in undergraduate overseas admissions counseling (experience with Athena, Crimson, The Red Pen, or similar preferred).

- Deep expertise in US & UK admissions, with knowledge of Canada, Australia, and other destinations.

- Strong understanding of essays, extracurricular strategy, and standardized tests (SAT/ACT, UCAS, IB, AP).

- Prior experience in a startup/early-stage environment preferred.

- Excellent communication & presentation skills for both students and parents.

- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with product and tech teams.