Strategy Counselor

Are you looking to explore or further develop a career in international education? Are you seeking a challenging and rewarding work experience with opportunity for professional development and leadership advancement? Do you want to work with a passionate, diverse, and fun-loving team?

If you answered “yes” to all of the above, applying to work with Due West Education should be your next move!

Due West Education is an international education consulting company. Since 2009, our business has been unlocking human potential and helping students from diverse demographic backgrounds and education systems achieve their dreams. Our comprehensive programs focus on delivering educational services that both complement and supplement curricular experiences that students receive at their academic institutions. Since our founding, we have combated the unrealistic promises of agents, ineffective support from schools, misinformation among parents, and the proliferation of for-profit high schools to become one of the most established firms in China. And we’re looking for people to join our exceptional team!

We’re not here to be average…we’re here to be awesome!

Due West Education is seeking talented individuals to serve in management as Strategy Counselors on the Undergraduate Admissions team. As a strategy counselor, you will form the strategic core of our undergraduate division, directing a team of counselors, with the assistance of a parent coordinator, to provide direct support to our students and families. Competitive candidates will share our commitment to providing clients with professional, ethical, and motivational advice as they navigate the college application process, and continually inspire their counselors to maintain high standards for professionalism and service. We’re looking for team members who want to learn, develop professionally in their career, and make significant contributions to our growing organization. We have offices in:

• Beijing, China
• Boston, Massachusetts, USA
• Suzhou, China

Responsibilities:

Strategic Guidance

• Direct counselors in the creation and implementation of students’ development and application strategies.
• Support counselors as they guide students through a process of self-discovery, helping students to identify their interests and ambitions, brainstorm authentic essay topics, and develop a comprehensive and cohesive college application angle.
• Provide detail-oriented guidance and editing support on all components of students’ college applications.

Client Services

• Meet with students and families to discuss their goals and expectations, and manage counselors and parent coordinators to provide regular updates on students’ progress.
• Assist in the development of a Due West parent community and alumni network by consistently providing excellent service.
• Support families with the specific problems faced by students applying from a global context.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assisting the undergraduate team in hitting financial targets by representing the team in sales meetings and sponsored events, developing and delivering presentations, and leveraging Due West network to increase referrals.
• Build relationships with business partners and schools in China and the U.S.

Qualifications Required:

• 2-3 years previous experience as a college counselor or admissions professional
• Have fluent English skills, with strong reading, writing, and public speaking abilities
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a Top 30 accredited American institution
• Desire to work on a multi-cultural team in an international environment
• Creativity, flexibility, and the ability to work cooperatively
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Possess strong work ethic, communication skills, and organizational and time management abilities
• Desire to work in a fast-paced “start-up” environment
• Experience within rigorous academic and/or work environments
• Interest in learning and contributing to curriculum and program development
• Visa eligibility (non-Chinese citizens): minimum two years post-baccalaureate work (or graduate school) experience

Qualifications Desired:

• Mandarin language ability (not required; other East Asian languages also helpful)
• Cultural awareness, adaptability, and interest in China
• Previous experience in: development or fundraising; project management; direct customer service; and/or public relations/communications
• Academic background in math, science, engineering, architecture, and/or artistic design

Employment Perks - Compensation & Benefits Include:

• Competitive industry salary commensurate with experience
• Full support in applying for and obtaining work and residence permits (for international applicants)
• Relocation assistance (for applicants residing outside of Beijing)
• Comprehensive health insurance plan
• 17 days of paid annual leave and all official Chinese public holidays
• Mandarin language classes
• Regular team-building and social activities