Academic Advisor

People2People AU SF ·www.people2people.com.au

Location London, England, United Kingdom
Work type Remote
Salary GBP 35,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Sales
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The Opportunity

people2people are working with a fast-growing, mission-driven education technology company with the belief that personalised education can transform students into the global leaders of tomorrow.

Essential Information for the Role

  • Fluency in English and French, with German also being ideal
  • Experience in sales within SaaS, tech, or European schools
  • Compensation: £35,000 base salary + uncapped commission (OTE: £90,000–£135,000 per year)
  • This is a full-time, remote/hybrid sales role
  • Candidates must be based in Western Europe or the UK
  • Candidates must have the right to work in Europe
  • Candidates must be willing and able to travel across Europe and the UK

About You

The ideal candidate is dynamic, customer-focused, highly motivated, and passionate about education, with a strong consultative sales mindset.

You may be a great fit if you have:

  • A strong and proven sales track record
  • A genuine interest in working with families and students
  • A confident, consultative communication style
  • Strong organisation, goal orientation, and results focus
  • Experience presenting to families, educators, and senior stakeholders
  • Fluency in English and French, with German also being ideal
  • Knowledge of top European schools, particularly in Switzerland and France
  • Experience with elite university admissions, especially US and UK systems, preferred
  • Willingness to travel across Western Europe

The Role

You will be both the face of the company in your region and a key driver of local growth, leading consultations, expanding the client base, representing the company at schools and events, and building strategic partnerships. You will be responsible for direct sales execution as well as long-term market development.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Client Consultations

  • Conduct 1:1 consultations with prospective clients, offering tailored education solutions
  • Own your personal sales pipeline and meet or exceed enrolment targets
  • Work closely with marketing and sales development teams to convert leads into high-quality client engagements
  • Build long-term relationships that generate referrals and repeat business
  • Act as a subject-matter expert on the company’s services, adapting messaging for different audiences

Market & Business Development

  • Represent the company at school visits, partner meetings, events, and education fairs
  • Identify and develop partnerships with local and international schools and education providers
  • Explore new growth opportunities across the region
  • Track, analyse, and report market feedback and trends to regional leadership

Leadership & Strategic Input

  • Collaborate with regional and global teams to ensure consistent brand positioning and best-practice sharing
  • Support hiring, onboarding, and mentoring of junior sales team members
  • Act as a brand ambassador, championing the company’s mission and values
  • Contribute to regional growth strategy by identifying opportunities, setting priorities, and aligning local initiatives with global goals

What Success Looks Like

  • Meeting and exceeding monthly sales targets and student enrolments
  • Growing the company’s presence and reputation across Western Europe
  • Contributing to long-term regional growth
  • Demonstrating ownership, initiative, and a student-first mindset

Why Join Us?

  • Flexible working environment
  • Strong internal mobility and career progression
  • Annual personal training budget
  • Access to in-house wellbeing and mental health support
  • Regular learning workshops and leadership talks
  • A feedback-driven, high-performance culture
  • A truly global organisation with operations across multiple international markets

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Academic Advisor role?
People2People AU SF is hiring for the Academic Advisor position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Academic Advisor job located?
The Academic Advisor role with People2People AU SF is based in London, GB. The role is remote-friendly.
Is the Academic Advisor role remote?
Yes — the Academic Advisor position at People2People AU SF is remote. Candidates based in GB are preferred.
What does the Academic Advisor role pay?
People2People AU SF lists the Academic Advisor role at up to GBP 35,000 per year.
Is the Academic Advisor role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at People2People AU SF.
What experience level is the Academic Advisor role?
The Academic Advisor position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Academic Advisor role at People2People AU SF?
Apply directly on People2People AU SF's career page via the Apply button on this listing. ZammeJobs links straight through to the employer's ATS — no third-party form, no resume database.
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