Customer Experience Advisor

ApplyBoard simplifies the study abroad application process by connecting international students, international student advisors, and educational institutions on one personalized platform. For more than a decade, ApplyBoard's team members have been dedicated to breaking down barriers to international education, while thriving at a company that invests in their career growth. Oursix core values guide us in our mission to educate the world, and are the foundation of our company culture. As an organization built on diversity, our team members are representative of the students we support.

The Opportunity:

This role is responsible for the day-to-day support of our institution partners, driving targeted enrollment growth and enhancing partner satisfaction. You will execute recruitment strategies, assist in conversion initiatives, and act as a liaison between institutions and ApplyBoard’s internal teams.

What you’ll be doing every day:

Applicant Support & Advising

Assist applicants with program inquiries and requirements

Provide advisement to students on alternative program options that meet their interests and educational backgrounds

Empathetically communicate application outcomes to our students, whether positive or negative

Action deferral-related processes and inquiries

Action refund-related processes and inquiries

Assist students in meeting enrollment conditions and resolve uncertainties post-offer

Perform Road Runner and Submission RPA (Robotic Process Automation) manual tasks when required

Ensure accurate and timely processing of applications using relevant systems and workflows

Document & Eligibility Review

Review student documents to ensure student eligibility for consideration across diverse educational backgrounds

Review offer letters for student information consistency to ensure efficient application processing

School & Partner Collaboration

Work with our partnership schools and recruiters to resolve application issues and submit quality applications on behalf of our students

Communicate with our partner school and assist students in meeting enrollment conditions and resolve any uncertainties

Communication & Process Guidance

Clearly communicate and outline all school requirements and deadlines to the student once the offer letter has been received

Process Maintenance & Improvement

Ensure application processes are regularly updated to ensure the precision of process details

Collaborate with schools and internal teams to resolve application issues and continuously improve workflows

Meeting Key Performance Metrics

Ensure timely processing of applications, documents, and communications in alignment with established KPIs.

Monitor personal performance to meet individual KPIs, including response time, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.

What You Bring to the Table:

An associate's or Bachelor's degree is an asset

1-3 years of customer service experience

Proficiency in proofreading/ editing text to ensure spelling and grammatical correctness

Strong analytical abilities, detail-oriented, and a high level of accuracy

Working knowledge of Google spreadsheets, Microsoft Word, and Gmail

Adept in researching and problem-solving capabilities

Someone who thrives in a collaborative, teamwork environment

Aptitude for prioritizing tasks with an attention to detail to ensure information accuracy

Ability to work in a flexible, fast-paced environment to meet multiple deadlines and adapt to new policies and procedures

An ability to work cross-functionally to ensure application processing consistency and efficiency

Exceptional problem-solving skills under ambiguous circumstances to ensure we provide the best outcome for our students while maintaining integrity with our partner relationships

Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal and written communication skills

About ApplyBoard

ApplyBoard empowers students around the world to access international education. Our global team leverages cutting-edge technology to build innovative tools and share sector insights that support our network of international students and 1,500+ partner institutions. We've helped more than 1,300,000 students from over 180 countries with their study abroad journey so far, and we're just getting started.

Ready to join us? We're grateful for your interest in joining the ApplyBoard team. However, only select applicants will be contacted for an interview.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the hiring process, potentially while reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing applicant responses. These tools don't replace human judgment, and final hiring decisions are made by our team members. If you'd like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

ApplyBoard welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.