Business Development Associate

LearningShala; Dadri; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

LearningShala is seeking a Business Development Associate for its Noida on-site role. You will identify and qualify prospective learners, generate leads through calls, emails, events, and online channels, and maintain a pipeline of potential clients.

You will also conduct market research and present programs to students and partners. You will collaborate with the counseling and marketing teams to convert leads into enrollments, manage CRM data, and provide clear program information.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong presentation and public speaking abilities.
• Experience in lead generation and enrollment funnel management.
• Skilled in market research and competitive analysis.
• Proficient with CRM tools and data tracking.
• On-site work in Noida in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify prospective learners.
• Generate leads through calls, emails, events, and online channels.
• Maintain a pipeline of potential clients.
• Conduct market research to understand learner needs and competitive offerings.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to prospective students and partners.
• Collaborate with counseling and marketing teams to convert leads into enrollments.
• Manage CRM data and follow up on inquiries.
• Share information about programs and services clearly.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Lead generation

Market research

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/marketing/communications

Tools

CRM tools

Spreadsheets

Data tracking

Job description

Company Description

LearningShala is a trust-first, data-backed online degree platform that helps learners make confident, well-informed education and career decisions. Founded in 2017, the organization focuses on expert counseling and 1:1 guidance so students can clearly understand their options before choosing a program. Learners can compare 100+ top online universities on 40+ factors and access support across admissions, career pathway planning, and post-admission services. With a network of 200+ Verified Mentors providing virtual counseling pan-India for 100+ programs in business, IT, healthcare, arts, and more, LearningShala has already supported 10,000+ students. The team is committed to transparent advice and practical outcomes that turn education decisions into real career growth.

Role Description

The Business Development Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in Noida. This role involves identifying and qualifying prospective learners, generating leads through calls, emails, events, and online channels, and maintaining a pipeline of potential clients. The associate will conduct market research to understand learner needs and competitive offerings, prepare and deliver presentations to prospective students and partners, and collaborate with the counseling and marketing teams to convert leads into enrollments. Daily responsibilities include managing CRM data, following up on inquiries, sharing clear information about programs and services, and contributing ideas to improve outreach strategies and conversion rates.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills for clear, empathetic interactions with learners and internal stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess effective Presentation Skills and experience creating and delivering Presentations to diverse audiences.
• Candidates should possess Lead Generation skills, including experience in outreach, prospecting, and managing a sales or enrollment funnel.
• Candidates should possess Market Research skills to analyze trends, competitor offerings, and learner preferences.
• Ability to work on-site in Noida and collaborate in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Proficiency with CRM tools, spreadsheets, and basic data tracking for reporting and follow-ups.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field; prior experience in sales, business development, or education services is an advantage.