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Madhapur, Hyderabad

We are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to join our team in Madhapur. The ideal candidate should have 4 to 8 years of experience in a similar role and a proven track record in driving business growth.**Key Responsibilities:**- **Develop Business Strategies:** Create and implement strategic plans to identify and engage potential clients, aiming to expand our market presence.- **Build Relationships:** Establish and nurture strong relationships with clients and partners, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term collaborations.- **Market Research:** Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape, helping to inform decision-making processes.- **Sales Forecasting:** Prepare and manage accurate sales forecasts, tracking performance against targets and adjusting strategies as needed to meet objectives.- **Collaboration with Teams:** Work closely with marketing, product, and operational teams to align strategies and support business development initiatives, ensuring a cohesive approach.- **Presentation Skills:** Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to stakeholders, showcasing our products and services effectively.- **Lead Negotiations:** Lead contract negotiations and agreement discussions, ensuring favorable terms that benefit both the company and the client.**Required Skills and Expectations:**The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with clients effectively. A solid understanding of market dynamics and sales processes is essential. Candidates should be self-motivated, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, and exhibit strong analytical skills. Proficiency in MS Office and experience with CRM tools will greatly enhance your suitability for this role.

About the Role:We are looking for a highly driven and result-oriented Senior Business Development Manager with proven experience in the EdTech industry. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in inside sales, counseling, revenue generation, team handling, conversion strategy, and customer relationship management.The candidate will be responsible for driving admissions/revenue, managing the sales team, improving conversion ratios, building scalable sales processes, and contributing to business growth.Key Responsibilities:Drive revenue generation by converting qualified leads into enrollments/admissions.Manage the complete sales cycle from lead allocation to counseling, follow-up, objection handling, and closure.Lead, mentor, and monitor a team of Business Development Associates / Executives / Managers.Build and implement strong sales strategies, scripts, and conversion processes to improve team productivity.Track daily, weekly, and monthly performance of the sales team against targets.Analyze lead quality, funnel drop-offs, and conversion ratios, and take corrective actions.Handle escalated student/customer queries and ensure a strong counseling experience.Collaborate closely with the marketing team to improve lead quality and campaign outcomes.Maintain accurate reporting through CRM tools, dashboards, and sales trackers.Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and channel growth possibilities within the EdTech space.Support hiring, onboarding, and training of new sales team members.Ensure strong discipline in follow-ups, pipeline management, and revenue forecasting.Continuously improve sales performance through process optimization and coaching.Required Skills:Strong experience in EdTech sales / admissions / course sellingProven track record in high-ticket salesExcellent communication, negotiation, and objection-handling skillsStrong team management and leadership abilitiesHands-on experience with CRM tools and lead management systemsStrong understanding of sales funnel managementAbility to work in a target-driven, fast-paced environmentGood analytical skills for reviewing performance and improving conversion metricsStrong follow-up and closure mindsetAbility to train and scale a sales teamPreferred Candidate Profile:4