Admission Manager at Pathfinder Consulting

Pathfinder Consulting is an international career and education consultancy dedicated to empowering ambitious professionals, including African immigrants and global job seekers, to secure opportunities abroad. We provide structured coaching, career guidance, and employability training that equips our clients to compete in global job markets.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Admission Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

• We are seeking a dynamic and empathetic professional to take on a hybrid role as Admissions and Career Success Manager. This individual will play a vital role in both guiding applicants through their academic and scholarship journeys and managing the student admissions process.
• This position requires a blend of coaching expertise, strategic admissions oversight, and a passion for student success.

Key Responsibilities
Career Success Management:

• Provide comprehensive career coaching and guidance including resume/CV development, interview preparation, job search strategies, and long-term career planning.
• Offer tailored support to clients making significant career decisions, incorporating exploration, goal setting, and strategic planning.
• Deliver resume and LinkedIn profile revamps, cover letter creation and reviews, and general career branding services.
• Support clients through personalized career advice and access to relevant resources.
• Coach clients on identifying and applying for scholarship opportunities based on academic goals and financial needs.
• Guide applicants in preparing strong scholarship applications including essays, CVs, and recommendation letters.
• Conduct workshops/seminars on scholarship opportunities, application techniques, and interview preparation.
• Stay informed on higher education policies, scholarship trends, and global financial aid resources.
• Collaborate with institutions and scholarship providers to expand opportunities and partnerships.
• Track and report on client progress, providing ongoing mentorship and feedback.
• Manage and moderate our career community, encouraging engagement and maintaining an inclusive and supportive environment.
• Generate and share insightful career-related content, reinforcing Pathfinder Consulting’s leadership in the industry.
• Work closely with internal teams to align coaching services with broader consulting and admissions activities.

Admissions Management:

• Coordinate the full lifecycle of student applications, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing from submission to final decision.
• Securing International admissions in different European countries
• Offer professional, responsive support to all applicants throughout the admissions journey.
• Communicate with applicants, families, and advisors to provide guidance on program options, application steps, and expectations.
• Collaborate with academic and operational teams to ensure thorough review and decision-making.
• Verify applicant documentation and maintain accurate records in accordance with data protection policies.
• Engage with schools, institutions, and partners to confirm qualifications and facilitate academic evaluations.
• Identify and resolve application issues or delays, continuously improving process efficiency.
• Support applicant-focused events such as open days, scholarship webinars, and educational fairs.
• Recommend and implement process improvements based on feedback and performance insights.

KPIs

• Application turnaround time and efficiency.
• Client satisfaction with coaching and admissions support.
• Community engagement and activity levels.
• Scholarship success rates and progress tracking.
• Accuracy and completeness of applicant documentation and data compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Counseling, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3–5 years’ experience in student coaching, admissions, or academic consulting roles.
• Proven ability to juggle coaching responsibilities and administrative workflows in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a compassionate, student-focused approach.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in CRM systems, Zoho Workspace, and document management tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
20th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, cover letter to: hr@mypathfinderconsulting.com using "Admissions and Career Success Manager Application - [Your Name]" as the subject of the mail.