Student Counselor – Underwriting Focus

Location: Trans Amadi, Port Harcourt

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Education Management | Student Financing

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About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Student Counselor (Underwriting Focus) to guide prospective students through admissions and financing processes. The ideal candidate will provide accurate counseling, review documentation, and support underwriting assessments to ensure a smooth and transparent application experience.

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Key Responsibilities

• Advise students on program options, admission requirements, and documentation.

• Review application documents and financial records for eligibility assessment.

• Verify authenticity and completeness of submitted documents.

• Conduct risk reviews and escalate inconsistencies for further evaluation.

• Collaborate with admissions, underwriting, finance, and compliance teams.

• Track application progress and maintain accurate records.

• Provide timely updates and support to students throughout their journey.

• Ensure all processes adhere to internal guidelines and standards.

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Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and document-assessment skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Understanding of admission processes and student advisory services.

• Ability to review financial information objectively.

• High attention to detail and strong organization.

• Experience with CRM systems is an added advantage.

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Recommended Education Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in:

• Business Administration

• Finance

• Economics

• Education

• Guidance & Counseling

• Social Sciences

• Public Administration

• Postgraduate degree or certifications in counseling, underwriting, risk assessment, or education management are beneficial.

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Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in student counseling, education consulting, underwriting, customer service, or application review.