Calling all Malaysian students with study experience in the UK / Ireland!

Are you graduating / returning home for holiday this summer?

Worried about the lack of job opportunities due to global economic slowdown and whilst the world adapts to a "new normal"?

Want to improve your transferable skills as well as support younger students in fulfilling their higher education dreams?

If that's you, come join our BEAM Summer Internship 2022! During this two-month programme, you'll receive:

• Experiential learning with our Talent Development Manager
• Real work, real clients and real experience
• Tailored support, coaching and feedback on your mini project

• Are you someone who is passionate about developing young people and building up the next generation?

• Do you like connecting with young and aspiring students about what the future holds?

• Do you believe in the transformational value of education?

Key Responsibilities of the Business Development Executive

• liaise with and pitch to decision makers in secondary & tertiary education providers (academic directors, principals, deans etc.) about the values and propositions UKEC offers;
• develop partnership with key local education institutions (schools/colleges/universities) partnerships supporting their students for higher education opportunities abroad;
• build and develop meaningful relationship with existing partners and stakeholders;
• coordinate with partner institutions to organise activities to raise awareness about studying in the UK & Ireland.

We think you'll excel in this role if you:

• have great interpersonal communication skills;
• have strong business acumen and negotiable skills;
• are results driven;
• are keen to learn about the education industry;
• like to constantly challenge yourself to improve.

Here at UKEC, our mission is to provide personalised education guidance and support to each student. We believe that each individual is unique with his/her own characteristics, learning styles and motivations. Through personalised counselling, we aim to equip them the confidence to make informed decision about life and education opportunity. We believe that each individual is unique and has different qualities to offer. By helping them to identify their personal needs and lacks, and equpping them the essential information and support to fill the knowledge gap, students are able to make informed decision about their future education path.

We are looking for individuals who share our passion in developing young people and building up the next generation, individuals who believe in the transformational values of education. With the UKEC's education counselling, advice and support, we are confident in building up students for a rewarding international experience which can influence the nations and impact generations.

Key Responsibilities of the Education Counsellor

• Provide personalised education counselling and advice to students and parents
• Attend education fairs and school workshops with the team and deliver presentations where appropriate
• Liaise with partner universities and admissions to track students’ applications, coordinate interviews, advocate on behalf of students etc.
• Attend to enquiries in prompt, personal and professional manner in line with the UKEC's standards
• Maintain proactive communication and build positive relationship with students and parents
• Manage and update student records and files accurately
• Attend in-house training and university information sessions, which may include overseas university and agent familiarisation trips

Person Requirements

• Passion in developing young people and promoting the value of education
• Driven by success and excellence
• Willingness to learn and constantly challenge oneself to improve
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Attention to detail

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience in education counselling or mentoring students
• Graduates with previous UK experience
  

We are a young, vibrant and aspiring team ready to make an impact. If you know how to appreciate people with passion, who value perseverance and derive purpose from their work, you would enjoy working with the UKEC Malaysia family. If you wonder where is the fun, be sure to check out our teambuilding video on our Youtube playlist. Rain or shine, we will find ways for teambuilding events.

How to Apply

If you see yourself a fitting candidate for one of the advertised roles, we would love to receive your application.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to sai@ukec.com

State clearly in your email subject the position you are applying for.

Ongoing Recruitment

We appreciate talents and wouldn't want to miss you. That said, we are happy to receive your CV and chat with keen candidates anytime! So don't hold back sending in your CV if you reckon this might just be the career you are looking for!

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