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Senior Manager - Education Consulting - Bangalore
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Senior Manager - Education Consulting - Bangalore
Athena Education
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Position: Senior Manager - Education Consulting
About Athena Education:
Athena is Indias largest institution in the premium undergraduate study abroadspace. Founded 10 years ago by two Princeton graduates, Poshak Agrawal and Rahul Subramaniam, Athena is headquartered in Gurgaon, with offices in Mumbai and Bangalore, and caters to students from 21 countries.
Athena s vision is to help students become the best version of themselves. Our transformative, holistic life coaching program embraces both depth and breadth, sciences and the humanities. Athena encourages students to deepen their theoretical knowledge and apply it to address practical issues confronting society, both locally and globally.
Through our flagship program, our students have gained admission to universities such as Harvard University, Princeton University, Yale University, Stanford University, University of Cambridge, MIT, Brown, Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, and University of Chicago, among others.
Role Overview:
The Senior Manager - Education Consulting role is a pivotal leadership position, overseeing the consulting and mentorship process for high school students aiming for the top universities across the US, UK, and Canada. You will guide students in crafting their profiles and applications while leading a team of consultants and ensuring the highest quality in delivering our education services.
This role requires deep expertise in the study abroad process, a passion for mentoring, and the ability to drive excellence in student outcomes. The Senior Manager will also work closely with the leadership team to enhance program effectiveness and introduce innovative strategies for student success.
Key Skills:
- Strategic leadership and management
- Advanced knowledge of the study abroad application process
- Strong mentoring and coaching abilities
- Client and stakeholder management
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Process orientation and quality control
- Exceptional communication skills
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor s/Master s from top colleges in India or abroad
- Preferred experience: 5-7+ years, including leadership roles in education consulting or related fields
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the education consulting team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality guidance to students.
- Develop and oversee strategies for building standout student profiles aimed at gaining admission to Ivy League and other top-tier universities.
- Guide students in identifying their life vision and translating that into a comprehensive plan for academic and extracurricular development.
- Develop innovative strategies for profile differentiation through unique academic and extracurricular projects.
- Manage the consulting process end-to-end, from student intake to admissions results, ensuring alignment with Athena s high standards.
- Mentor and manage team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth.
- Oversee the execution of OKRs for student success, admissions outcomes, and team performance.
- Build strong relationships with students and parents, managing conflicts and expectations effectively.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of services and initiatives across the organization.
- Implement quality checks and process improvements to elevate the consulting and counseling experience.
- Engage with the leadership team to provide insights and recommendations for enhancing program effectiveness and scalability.
Why Should You Be Interested
- Impact: Make a significant difference in the lives of high-achieving students by helping them gain admission to the world s top universities.
- Leadership Growth: This role offers an opportunity to lead a growing team, contribute to strategic initiatives, and shape the future of education consulting at Athena.
- Culture: Be part of a young, dynamic team that values excellence, creativity, and collaboration. We believe in working hard and enjoying the process along the way.
- Professional Development: At Athena, you ll have opportunities to collaborate with experts across diverse fields, including tech (Hora.ai) and education non-profits (Sitare Foundation), ensuring holistic career growth.
Location Work Environment:
- Gurugram: Vatika Triangle, 1st Floor, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, A Block, Sushant Lok Phase I, Gurugram, Haryana 122002
- Mumbai: ONE WORLD CENTER, BUILDING-2A, 7th floor, The Quorum, Tower, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013
- Bangalore: WeWork, Embassy Tech Village Rd, Bellandur, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560103
At Athena, we foster a vibrant and diverse work environment that encourages independent thinking, intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative spirit. If youre looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact, grow as a leader, and be part of a passionate team, we d love to hear from you!
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Functional Areas: Other
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