Senior Admissions Counselor - STEM & Future Careers

About Education Japan

Education Japan is an Indo-Japan education platform helping students pursue higher education opportunities in Japan through counseling, university partnerships, student engagement initiatives, and career-focused guidance.

As Japan continues to lead in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, Data Science, and Innovation, Education Japan is committed to helping students identify and pursue future-ready academic pathways.

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Admissions Counselor with a strong interest in STEM education and emerging technologies to guide students and families through their educational journey.

Role Overview

The Senior Admissions Counselor – STEM & Future Careers will be responsible for counseling prospective students, guiding them toward suitable academic pathways in Japan, supporting admissions conversions, and promoting STEM-focused educational opportunities.

The ideal candidate should possess strong counseling skills, admissions experience, CRM proficiency, and an understanding of emerging technology fields such as AI, Robotics, Engineering, Data Science, and related disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

Student Counseling & Admissions

• Counsel prospective students and parents regarding higher education opportunities in Japan
• Guide students through program selection, university shortlisting, and admissions processes
• Support students throughout the application and enrollment journey
• Build trust-based relationships with students and families
• Achieve admissions and enrollment targets

STEM & Future Careers Guidance

Advise students on academic and career opportunities in areas such as:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Data Science
• Computer Science
• Engineering
• Information Technology
• Business Analytics
• Innovation & Technology Management
• Sustainability & Green Technologies

Help students understand:

• future industry trends
• career prospects
• skills required for emerging industries
• opportunities available in Japan

CRM & Lead Management

• Manage student leads through the CRM system
• Ensure timely follow-ups and pipeline updates
• Maintain accurate student records and counseling notes
• Track conversion rates and admissions progress

Preferred CRM experience:

• HubSpot
• Zoho CRM
• Salesforce
• LeadSquared
• Freshsales

Outreach & Student Engagement

• Participate in school visits, seminars, webinars, and education fairs
• Conduct presentations on study opportunities in Japan
• Represent Education Japan at outreach events
• Support Sakura Quest and other student engagement initiatives

Collaboration

• Work closely with admissions, marketing, and university partnership teams
• Support development of STEM-focused content and student resources
• Share student insights and market feedback with internal teams

Candidate Profile

Education

Preferred:

• Engineering Degree
• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Electronics
• Mechanical Engineering
• AI / Data Science backgrounds

Candidates with STEM education combined with counseling or admissions experience will be strongly preferred.

Experience

• 3–7 years of experience in admissions counseling, student recruitment, career counseling, study abroad, or higher education
• Proven track record of student conversions and admissions success
• Experience working with parents and students from diverse backgrounds

Skills

Counseling & Admissions

• Student counseling
• Parent counseling
• Consultative sales
• Career guidance
• Relationship management

STEM Awareness

• Understanding of AI, Robotics, Data Science, Engineering, and emerging technologies
• Ability to explain career pathways and industry trends to students

CRM & Operations

• CRM management
• Pipeline tracking
• Data discipline
• Follow-up management

Communication

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Presentation and seminar delivery skills
• Ability to engage students, parents, and educational institutions

What Success Looks Like

Within the first 12 months, the successful candidate will:

• Achieve admissions and enrollment targets
• Improve student conversion rates
• Become a trusted advisor for STEM-focused students
• Build strong relationships with schools and prospective students
• Contribute to Education Japan's reputation as a leader in future careers and Japan-focused education