SDR/Lead - University Partnerships

Position: Lead-University Partnership

About Simplilearn

Founded in 2010 and based in Plano, Texas, and Bangalore, India, Simplilearn, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a global leader in digital upskilling, enabling learners across the globe with access to world-class training to individuals and businesses worldwide. Simplilearn offers 1,500+ live classes each month across 150+ countries, impacting over 8 million learners globally. The programs are designed and delivered with world-renowned universities, top corporations, and leading industry bodies via live online classes featuring top industry practitioners, sought-after trainers, and global leaders. From college students and early career professionals to managers, executives, small businesses, and big corporations, Simplilearns role-based, skill-focused, industry-recognized, and globally relevant training programs are ideal upskilling solutions for diverse career or business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify potential partners and generate new business opportunities for the company.

• Contact and qualify potential partners.
• Set appointments and follow up on leads.
• Track progress towards meeting the goals.
• Use customer relationship management (CRM) software to manage leads and follow up/closure activities.
• Stay up-to-date on market trends, competition, and industry developments.
• Attend networking events and tradeshows to build relationships and generate partnership opportunities.
• Provide regular reports on activities and results to management.

Qualifications:

• 2 to 3 years of experience in Sales, Business Development or SDR roles.
• University Partnership experience is a plus
• Proficiency in customer relationship management (CRM) software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with potential partners.
• Knowledge of sales techniques and strategies.
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.
• A desire to learn and grow.
• Bachelors degree in business or related field.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a high-performing international team in a dynamic, rapidly growing company.
• Make a significant impact by contributing to the most disruptive technologies of AI and Blockchain.
• Attractive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Collaborative and innovative environment offering ample opportunities for professional growth and development.