Careers at AYG

What we’re all about:

Founded in 2015 by Dr. Adrienne Shnier, Apply Yourself Global™ (“AYG”) serves university students and mature applicants who are applying to graduate and professional school programs. We work with students and applicants so that they can create personalized, polished applications and have their best chance at admission to graduate and professional programs. We also serve high school students through coaching and tutoring across all subject areas. We value long-term relationships with our clientele, ensuring that they have the right support every step of the way. AYG is a 100% non-competition based community, the only community of its kind. We serve clients from coast to coast across Canada as well as in the United States and in Europe. We are a sponsor of many prominent student groups across North America. We believe in health-focused, sustainable strategies for success to help students and young and seasoned professionals build lives beyond their wildest dreams. 

We want you to join our team if:

• You are passionate about working with students across Canada and the U.S. 
• Results matter to you, and you care about student success. 
• You have an understanding of higher education and the experience of students achieving their academic and professional goals.
• You value client experience and their trust in you. 
• You enjoy the sales and enrollment process.
• You are naturally self-motivated, a self-starter, and a clear communicator. 
• You are detail-oriented, but still understand the broader context for students and their experiences. 
• You have a growth mindset and value being part of a team that focuses on growth and opportunity, moving successfully through barriers or challenges. 
• You crave continuous learning and achievement at a high level. 
• You are organized, efficient, and have excellent time management skills. 
  
  

Location:

In person, in the office on Avenue Road in Toronto.

A glimpse of your responsibilities as a Salesperson at AYG:

• Collaborate with and take instructions from the Executive Team
• Assist the Executive Team in daily operations as needed
• Ensure smooth sales and enrollment process collaboratively with Executive Team
• Learn and understand AYG products, services, and client base
• Attend and travel to all sponsorship and client events with Executive Team, or independently, as required, including national and international travel
• Accurately update and maintain all relevant records and tracking systems in accordance with AYG’s SOPs
• Create new and update SOPs as needed or as required by Executive Team
• Proactively seek, connect meaningfully with, and nurture new lead sources and networks, and participating in community outreach and networking events
• Proactively and regularly build and nurture new and existing leads
• Take initiative to identify fresh and innovative opportunities and develop strategic plans to achieve company objectives
• Responsible for all lead inquiries from online and in person sources, including walk-ins in office
• Conduct Strategy Calls and nurture to conversion with required care and record keeping
• Ensure smooth and successful client enrollment process
• Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual targets and objectives as defined by Executive Team 

The right candidate will value and possess:

• A Bachelor’s degree, at minimum
• Proficient in the use of integrated software systems and Microsoft Office applications 
• Demonstrate skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff, and the public
• Demonstrate skills in facilitating and modeling an elevated and inviting client environment orientation 
• Ability to work effectively within a socially diverse student population located across Canada, the United States and internationally
• Strong ability to work collegially and collaboratively and to be a “Team Player”
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to apply reflective and critical thinking in leadership and managing change 
• Formal teaching experience
• A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in sales
• The ability to motivate and encourage students and their parents or guardians
• Resourceful approach to working with potential clients
• Intentional and forward-thinking when curating a client journey for potential clients 
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to implement AYG strategies and SOPs in client management 
  
  

Special Requirements:

• Ability to meet a flexible work schedule, including some evenings and/or weekends
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel and/or participate in meetings, conferences and other AYG event related activities
  
  

Why you want to work for AYG:

• AYG has clients from coast-to-coast across Canada and the U.S.
• AYG has a strong Social Media Presence on Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin
• AYG helps applicants gain acceptances and success using our peak performance and experience-informed strategy
• AYG is a leader in the academic success space with white-glove customized service for our clients
• AYG is an official sponsor of student groups across Canada and the U.S. 
• AYG hosts and provides unique resources and outreach throughout Canada and internationally
• AYG has a bi-weekly podcast called Success Unlocked 
  
  

Application Instructions:

If you’d like to be considered for our Account Manager position at AYG, please submit your application below.
The following documents are required:

• Cover letter of 1 page explaining why you are the perfect fit for our Account Manager position at AYG, and why our values at AYG resonate with you
• Curriculum Vitae of unlimited pages demonstrating your journey and experience leading you to this position
• A valid and current Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check are required prior to employment. Applicants are responsible for obtaining these checks themselves
  
  

Compensation: 

• Base pay and commission, negotiable based on experience
• Performance-based raises