Academic Head: USA University Admissions Specialist
6 days ago
FirstPoint International LTD is seeking a highly experienced University Admissions Specialist to join our senior management team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading our university admissions activity, providing guidance and expertise for international and US students on the various aspects of the admissions process.
Main ResponsibilitiesKey Objectives:
- Secure suitable academic and sporting opportunities for clients that are aligned to their academic, athletic, and financial expectations.
- Lead FirstPoint International LTD's work within the admissions phase of our student-athlete service
- Develop expertise, guidance, and insights to enhance our service offering around the admissions process
- Provide hands-on guidance and support to student-athletes and their families through the various stages of the admissions process, including the Common Application, financial aid, I20, and Visas, in line with each client's eligibility
- Train and develop the Talent Management team to consistently deliver an excellent service through the admissions phase of our process
- Develop an admissions phase framework to ensure FirstPoint International LTD offers best practice student-athletes and their families
- Liaise with our network of university and college admissions counsellors to identify changes and trends within the sector, including revisions to US immigration legislation
- Implement required changes to the process using insights and research to continually improve our service
- Liaise effectively with the wider Talent Management team within regarding updates and client advancement through the FirstPoint International LTD program
- Strive to reach and exceed set targets while maintaining quality
- Weekly and monthly reporting on KPIs and other performance metrics, highlighting successes, opportunities, and challenges
Essential:
- A minimum of 5 years' experience as a University Admissions Counsellor
- Expert knowledge of the US admissions process and timeline, and an in-depth understanding of US university admissions requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the confidence to establish and manage relationships with clients and their families, external stakeholders, and colleagues
- The ability to work well under pressure to tight deadlines in a challenging and demanding environment
- A proven track record of meeting targets and delivering results
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work independently and manage own time effectively
- Highly motivated, positive, and resilient with an empathetic personality
- Well-developed IT skills, covering Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
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