Partnerships Associate

About Accredian:

Accredian is a fast growing edtech company that was started in 2018 by ISB MBAs. The company has so far served 18,000+ professionals working in almost 3000 companies. Accredian arms working professionals with next generation skills like Data Science, Digital Transformation, Business Management, Product management in partnership with top tier institutions like IITs, IIMs, XLRI and provides them a transformative learning experience to help them move up in their careers.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Execute structured daily outreach through email, calls, and LinkedIn.
2. Engage with Indian and global universities while managing inbound interest.
3. Conduct detailed research on universities, programs, and key stakeholders; maintain and update databases.
4. Schedule and coordinate meetings between university officials and internal leadership.
5. Assist in preparing proposals, documentation, and follow-up communication.
6. Collaborate with internal teams to gather inputs and track progress effectively.

Competencies:

1. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
2. Excellent email drafting ability.
3. Solid research and analysis capabilities.
4. Persistence with a strong outreach-driven mindset
5. High sense of ownership with a proactive, entrepreneurial attitude
6. Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and basic documentation
7. 1–3 years of relevant experience in outreach, coordination, inside sales, or partnerships
8. MBA preferred but not mandatory
9. Freshers with outstanding communication skills may also be considered

Preferred but Not Essential:

1. Prior exposure to EdTech, higher education, or academic partnerships
2. Comfortable making occasional calls across time zones

What do we offer?

1. In addition to an outstanding work environment with rapid advancement potential, you get the opportunity to work with a super talented team of professionals from high pedigree backgrounds like ISB, BITS Pilani, NITs etc.
2. Mentorship from experienced industry professionals.
3. Networking opportunities across teams.