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Mahesh Kande

International Student Recruitment | University Partnerships | MBA | South Asia Market with 3+ yrs exp in admissions & visas, helping students join global universities.

Mumbai

5+ years of work experience

Leap Scholar
Oct 20259 mosPresent

India

Managed a high-volume pipeline of 100+ student applications for international university admissions. Guided students through the full admissions lifecycle: enquiry, application submission, documentation, and offer conversion. Maintained 100% data accuracy in CRM systems for tracking applications and student interactions. Coordinated with internal admissions, finance, and visa teams to ensure timely processing. Handled 10+ weekly student queries, delivering high-quality support and improving applicant experience. Contributed to process improvements that reduced application turnaround time.
Leap Scholar
Oct 20259 mosPresent

●​ Manage high-volume candidate pipelines and coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth recruitment processes. ●​ Guide candidates through application stages while maintaining structured follow-ups and engagement. ●​ Track recruitment progress using CRM tools and maintain accurate reporting. ●​ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet intake deadlines and operational targets. ●​ Provide process guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow management.
aecc india
May 20232 yrs 6 mosOct 2025

Mumbai

AECC Study Abroad
May 20232 yrs 6 mosOct 2025

Supported recruitment and admissions for UK, Australia, and Canada universities. Managed multiple applicant pipelines simultaneously, ensuring timely follow-ups and conversions. Coordinated with partner universities for application updates, offer letters, and CAS processes. Conducted counselling sessions to advise students on course selection, eligibility, and documentation. Ensured CRM data integrity and compliance with university admission standards.
Daily Trip Cafe
Jul 202410 mosApr 2025

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Envision Overseas Education
Sep 20211 yr 8 mosApr 2023

Maintained and updated applicant databases with a strong focus on data accuracy and compliance. Assisted in application processing, document verification, and onboarding processes. Coordinated with internal teams to streamline admissions workflows. Provided front-line support to students, resolving queries related to applications and requirements.
Envision Overseas Education
Sep 20211 yr 7 mosMar 2023

●​ Maintained applicant databases and operational reports to support recruitment tracking. ●​ Coordinated documentation verification and application processing. ●​ Assisted in daily office operations and stakeholder communication. ●​ Supported internal teams to ensure smooth workflow and application processing.

Education

B. com, Business/Commerce, General

Nagrik Shikshan Sansthas College of Education Tardeo Road Mumbai 400 034

20201 yr2021
University of Mumbai

Bachelor of Commerce

University of Mumbai

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Headline

International Student Recruitment | University Partnerships | MBA | South Asia Market with 3+ yrs exp in admissions & visas, helping students join global universities.

Location

Mumbai

Work experience

Counselor at Leap Scholar, Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos, India, Managed a high-volume pipeline of 100+ student applications for international university admissions. Guided students through the full admissions lifecycle: enquiry, application submission, documentation, and offer conversion. Maintained 100% data accuracy in CRM systems for tracking applications and student interactions. Coordinated with internal admissions, finance, and visa teams to ensure timely processing. Handled 10+ weekly student queries, delivering high-quality support and improving applicant experience. Contributed to process improvements that reduced application turnaround time.

Recruitment Specialist at Leap Scholar, Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos, ●​ Manage high-volume candidate pipelines and coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth recruitment processes. ●​ Guide candidates through application stages while maintaining structured follow-ups and engagement. ●​ Track recruitment progress using CRM tools and maintain accurate reporting. ●​ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet intake deadlines and operational targets. ●​ Provide process guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow management.

Admin Consultant at aecc india, May 2023 - Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos, Mumbai

Administrative Consultant at AECC Study Abroad, May 2023 - Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos, Supported recruitment and admissions for UK, Australia, and Canada universities. Managed multiple applicant pipelines simultaneously, ensuring timely follow-ups and conversions. Coordinated with partner universities for application updates, offer letters, and CAS processes. Conducted counselling sessions to advise students on course selection, eligibility, and documentation. Ensured CRM data integrity and compliance with university admission standards.

Owner at Daily Trip Cafe, Jul 2024 - Apr 2025 · 10 mos, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Office Assistant at Envision Overseas Education, Sep 2021 - Apr 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos, Maintained and updated applicant databases with a strong focus on data accuracy and compliance. Assisted in application processing, document verification, and onboarding processes. Coordinated with internal teams to streamline admissions workflows. Provided front-line support to students, resolving queries related to applications and requirements.

Application Coordinator at Envision Overseas Education, Sep 2021 - Mar 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos, ●​ Maintained applicant databases and operational reports to support recruitment tracking. ●​ Coordinated documentation verification and application processing. ●​ Assisted in daily office operations and stakeholder communication. ●​ Supported internal teams to ensure smooth workflow and application processing.

Education

B. com, Business/Commerce, General, Nagrik Shikshan Sansthas College of Education Tardeo Road Mumbai 400 034

Bachelor of Commerce, University of Mumbai