About Growth School
Growth School is a Bengaluru-based professional development platform on a mission to help individuals become top 1% professionals in their fields. We empower learners by connecting them directly with industry-leading experts people who are already doing the jobs they aspire to do tomorrow.
Role: Business Development Manager
Location: Bengaluru | Type: Full-time | On-site
We are seeking a driven and strategic
Business Development Manager
to join our team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of identifying new business opportunities, cultivating meaningful client relationships, and executing growth strategies that align with our mission. You ll work cross-functionally to expand our B2B presence, close high-impact deals, and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Own B2B/B2C Partnership Pipeline
Identify, evaluate, and close strategic partnerships with corporates, institutions, or platforms that can drive learner acquisition and revenue growth.
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities across different business segments.
Lead End-to-End Sales Cycles
Take ownership of the entire BD process from lead generation and pitch preparation to negotiation, closure, and onboarding.
Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, content, ops) to tailor offerings for specific partner needs.
Drive Revenue Targets & Expansion
Work towards aggressive monthly and quarterly revenue goals through new customer and partner acquisition.
Identify cross-sell and upsell opportunities within existing accounts and partnerships.
Market Intelligence & Product Feedback
Stay on top of industry trends and competitor offerings; share actionable insights with the product and growth teams.
Regularly capture and communicate partner/customer feedback to inform product positioning and roadmap.
Reporting & Stakeholder Management
Maintain accurate records of all BD activities, deal status, and forecasts using CRM tools.
Communicate progress and challenges clearly to leadership and work cross-functionally to ensure partner success.
Qualifications
Relevant Experience:
3 6 years of proven experience in
B2B sales
, preferably in SaaS or enterprise tech
companies. Candidates from edtech with B2B exposure are also welcome.
Track Record of Sales Success:
Demonstrated ability to close high-ticket deals, manage long sales cycles, and exceed revenue targets in a B2B environment.
Stakeholder Management:
Experience selling to CXOs, department heads, or procurement teams. Skilled in building trust and influencing decision-makers.
Process-Driven & CRM Proficient:
Familiarity with structured sales processes and tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce). Ability to manage pipelines, forecast revenue, and report accurately.
Strong Communication & Consultative Selling:
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Ability to diagnose partner pain points and offer tailored SaaS/tech-enabled solutions.
Bonus (Preferred, Not Mandatory):
Exposure to selling to HR, L&D, or digital transformation teams is a plus.
Bachelor s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field. MBA is a bonus but not required.
Why Join a Growth School?
Be part of a fast-growing company thats redefining how professionals learn and grow
Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry
Work in a mission-driven culture that champions ownership, agility, and continuous learning