Academic and Professional Counsellor

Qualification & Experience Pre-requisites • Master's degree in Psychology, Counselling, HR, Education or a related field. • 5-7 years' experience in academic / career counselling, student development or placement support. • Strong communication, empathy and ability to handle confidential information. Desirable • MBA / PGDM (HR / Training & Development) or certifications in career counselling / psychometric testing. • Exposure to corporate HR / recruitment or higher education counselling. • Training in mental health first aid or emotional intelligence. Role & Responsibilities - Conduct 1:1 counselling session for academic performance, career planning and personal growth. - Guide students in career goal setting, industry awareness, and role selection. - Help students manage stress anxiety and rejection during the placement season. - Support placement readiness through resume reviews, mock interviews, and group workshops. - Facilitate academic improvement strategies including but not limited to, study skills, time management and exam preparation. - Administer or interpret psychometric / aptitude assessments to provide structured guidance. - Design group sessions and workshops on communication, workplace adaptability, ethics and leadership. - Collaborate with the Placement Unit and Faculty to align guidance with recruiter's expectations. - Maintain confidential records, track progress and prepare student development reports for review. - Contribute to BITS CARE's wellness and placement initiatives, ensuring integration with institutional goals.