Academic Counsellor

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About Shiksolve Education LLP

online higher education

driven, growth-focused professionals

Position Overview

ambitious and result-oriented Business Development Associate

target-driven environment

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Lead Generation

• Identify and onboard universities, colleges, and educational institutions to promote Shiksolves online higher education programs.
• Generate leads through cold calling, digital outreach, networking events, and strategic campaigns.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with academic institutions, corporate partners, and key decision-makers.
• Conduct market research to identify potential partners and propose tailored education solutions.

Sales & Partnership Management

• Manage the complete sales cycle—from lead generation to deal closure and post-sales engagement.
• Deliver impactful presentations, proposals, and product demonstrations to prospective partners.
• Negotiate and close partnership agreements ensuring long-term value and revenue growth.
• Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities with existing partners.

Strategic Planning & Market Expansion

• Execute business development strategies aligned with organizational growth goals.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities in online education.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of partnerships.

Client Relationship Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for assigned partners and clients.
• Ensure partner satisfaction, retention, and continuous engagement.
• Conduct regular reviews to understand evolving needs and introduce additional services.

Reporting & Performance Tracking

• Maintain accurate sales records, pipelines, and forecasts using CRM tools.
• Share insights on market trends, client feedback, and competitor movements with leadership.

Collaboration & Team Contribution

• Work closely with internal teams to support campaigns, launches, and partner onboarding.
• Actively participate in team discussions, sharing ideas to improve sales processes and outcomes.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Education, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• Experience or strong exposure to

  business development, sales, or partnerships

  , preferably in EdTech or education.
• Understanding of the online education ecosystem and institutional sales.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong relationship-building ability with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Target-driven mindset with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in CRM tools (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.) and MS Office.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with

  performance-based incentives

  .
• Rapid career growth in a high-impact EdTech environment.
• Collaborative, innovative, and learning-focused workplace culture.
• Flexible work arrangements, including

  remote/hybrid options

  .
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

updated resume and a brief cover letter