Academic Advisor

Want to revolutionize the future of education and do meaningful work that transforms future generations' lives?

EdTech company Crimson Education was founded in 2013 with the idea that through personalised education, we can transform students into the world leaders of tomorrow. Since then, we have rapidly grown a mission-driven team that is dedicated to building the education system for the 22nd century. Our network includes 2,400 tutors and consultants worldwide who work with over 20,000 students.

Our tech platform connects tutors and mentors to high school students aiming to achieve admission and scholarships to top universities in the US, Canada, the UK, and beyond.

This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Dubai, UAE. You must be in Dubai to apply for this role.

What are the main responsibilities for this role?

• Achieving revenue targets
• Conducting consultations and customising programs for prospective clients
• Establishing, developing, and maintaining positive business and customer relationships
• Continuously improving sales techniques and industry knowledge
• Pitching and ideating new ways to connect with families
• Forging partnerships with associated businesses, non-profits, organizations, and more
• Working with the Local Area and Digital Marketing Teams to develop/enhance lead generation methods by identifying opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in leads and sales
• Engaging in outreach activities such as presenting at school talks, careers expos, and Crimson seminars
• Researching potential organizations and markets for lead generation/ partnerships
• Attending industry events where relevant and providing feedback and information on market trends

What skills and experience are required?

• Fluency in English, and Arabic (desirable, but not required)
• Excellent previous sales track record
• Strong storytelling skills and experience in public speaking
• Experience with higher education or a deep understanding of the college application process
• Interest in working with families and students to connect them to the best program
• An interest in changing the world through education!
• Comfort with video chat and speaking over the phone

Experience that would be useful in this role:

• Understanding of how to use Salesforce
• Understanding of the US/UK Undergrad application process

Why work for Crimson?

• Flexible working environment, you will be empowered to structure how you work
• Option to work from our many locations/remotely around the globe (role dependent) with us!
• Limitless development and exposure- our internal promotions/role changes made up 33% of all recruitment last year.
• NZD$1,000 training budget per year- we love to level up!
• Psychologist on staff
• Impressive fireside chats and workshops to help the team continuously level up
• Radical Candour is a feedback approach we live by
• We're a global player with 28 markets (and growing) across the globe!

If you're passionate about growing in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and want to work with cutting-edge technology then we'd love to hear from you!

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