Business Development Associate

International Schools Partnership Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

International Schools Partnership Limited in London is seeking a proactive Market Research Analyst to support the Investment & Partnerships team. You will write in-depth research on economic, political and social conditions across multiple geographies and assess risks and opportunities for potential acquisitions.

The role requires strong research, analysis, and communication skills, ability to work across cultures and time zones, and a proactive, self-starting attitude in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 1-5 years+ experience in a consulting, business, market research, education, or related field
• Commercial acumen, and ability to understand business drivers
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Confident, articulate communicator and presenter
• Personable and a successful networker and persuader
• Ability to manage own priorities and work independently
• Self-starter, motivated to succeed, able to deal effectively with ambiguity
• Familiarity with the education sector would be an asset

Responsibilities

• Write in-depth research on geographies with clear referencing.
• Evaluate potential risks and opportunities of operating in geographies.
• Collaborate with Investment Directors across the globe.
• Mystery shopping of schools to gather data.
• Conduct cold calls to identify potential clients and support business development.
• Maintain the proprietary database of schools for accuracy.
• Develop market knowledge and identify potential acquisitions.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Adapt quickly to changing demands with a strong work ethic.

Job description

The Investment and Partnerships team is responsible for acquiring schools globally. This is a fast-paced team working across global time-zones to grow our family of schools.

The role will be located in London, directly supporting the Investment & Partnerships team.The team is extremely collegiate in approach and this individual will be expected to work across numerous cultures and geographies. The role will collaborate closely with the Investment Directors who work across the globe to grow ISP’s platform. The successful candidate will be at the centre of our fast‑paced team and will be responsible for writing and updating market macro‑research on various geographies.

Key Responsibilities

• Writing in depth research on economic, political and social conditions across a variety of geographies using a clear referencing system.
• Evaluate the potential risks and opportunities associated with operating in specific geographies.
• Strong communication skills are essential in this role.
• Mystery shopping of schools to gather key data points.
• Conducting cold calls to identify and engage potential clients, gather valuable information, foster relationships, and support business development initiatives.
• Maintaining the proprietary database of schools to ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
• Developing market knowledge and identifying potential acquisitions of individual assets or groups.
• Developing relationships with key stakeholders both internal and external.
• A fast learner who is agile, able to adapt quickly and successfully to an ever‑changing list of demands. A strong work ethic, positive attitude and commitment to be at their best professionally are all key qualities.

Skills, Qualifications And Experience

• 1-5 years+ experience in a consulting, business, market research, education, or a related field
• Commercial acumen, and ability to understand business drivers
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Confident, articulate communicator and presenter
• Personable and a successful networker and persuader
• Ability to manage own priorities and work independently
• Self-starter, motivated to succeed, able to deal effectively with ambiguity
• Familiarity with the education sector would be an asset

Begin with our children and students

Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect

We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively.

We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible.

We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously.

Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high‑performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio‑economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.