BDE (Business Development Executive)

Job Description: Business Development Executive

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 0-2 years

Employment Type: Full-Time

Probation: 18k - 21k + Uncapped Incentives

Post Probation: 27k - 35k + Uncapped Incentives

About AcceleratorX

AcceleratorX is a fast-growing EdTech platform specializing in upskilling professionals in AI, Data Analytics, Product Management, and Advanced Performance Marketing. Our mission is to bridge the skill gap and help individuals thrive in the fast-evolving job market.

We are looking for an Business Development Executive who will be responsible for counseling prospective learners, conducting cold calls, and guiding them on how emerging technologies can shape their careers.

Role Overview

As an Business Development Executive, you will play a crucial role in engaging with potential learners, understanding their career goals, and advising them on the right upskilling opportunities. This role involves career counseling, cold calling, and relationship-building to ensure learners make informed decisions about their future.

You will be working closely with the Sales & Career Advisory team, utilizing consultative selling techniques and outreach strategies to increase course enrollments.

Key Responsibilities

• Cold call potential learners to introduce them to AcceleratorX’s courses and career opportunities.
• Counsel prospective learners on career trends, the impact of AI, Data Analytics, and Product Management, and how our courses can help them grow.
• Conduct one-on-one career advisory calls and webinars to guide professionals and students.
• Understand learner pain points and recommend relevant courses based on their career aspirations.
• Follow up with leads, handle objections, and provide personalized guidance on upskilling.
• Maintain and update the CRM with lead details, conversations, and progress tracking.
• Work closely with the marketing team to refine outreach strategies and improve lead conversion.
• Stay updated on emerging technology trends to provide relevant and insightful career guidance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in sales, career counseling, business development, or EdTech.
• Excellent communication and persuasion skills to engage with prospective learners effectively.
• Comfortable with cold calling, follow-ups, and handling objections professionally.
• Passion for technology, education, and helping people upskill.
• Ability to understand customer needs and align them with the right learning path.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships over phone calls.
• Self-motivated, goal-driven, and eager to excel in EdTech consulting and sales.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in cold calling, student counseling, or sales.
• Exposure to CRM tools.
• Understanding of AI, Data Analytics, Product Management, and Digital Marketing is a plus (Training will be provided).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies & AI.

Why Join AcceleratorX?

• Opportunity to work in a high-growth EdTech startup shaping careers in AI, Product Management, and Data Analytics.
• Performance-based incentives in addition to a competitive salary.
• Hands-on training and mentorship to help you grow in EdTech sales and consulting.
• Fast-track career growth opportunities in sales, business development, and strategy.
• Work in a collaborative, learning-driven environment with cutting-edge technology.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Experience:

• Inside sales: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person