Business Development Associate

Industry Ready Academy; Khordha; On-site; INR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Industry Ready Academy in Bhubaneswar seeks a hands-on Business Development Associate to identify and nurture new opportunities, conduct market research, and generate qualified leads for programs and services.

You will prepare presentations for clients and partners, support enrollment growth, and coordinate with marketing and academic teams to drive partnerships. This is a full-time on-site role requiring strong communication and goal-driven execution.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Presentation Skills and experience creating and delivering Presentations to diverse audiences.
• Candidates should possess Lead Generation capabilities and familiarity with Market Research to identify and evaluate new opportunities.
• Candidates should possess clear and professional Communication skills, both verbal and written, for client interactions and internal collaboration.
• Relevant qualifications such as a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field are preferred.
• Ability to work on-site in Bhubaneswar, manage multiple tasks, and meet targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in business development, sales, or education services is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify and nurture new business opportunities.
• Conduct market research to understand trends and customer needs.
• Generate qualified leads for programs and services.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to potential clients, institutional partners, and stakeholders.
• Support relationship-building activities to drive enrollment and partnerships.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and collaborate with marketing and academic teams.

Skills

Presentation Skills

Lead Generation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing or related field

Job description

Company Description

Industry Ready Academy is an education and training organization focused on preparing learners for real-world industry requirements. The academy offers practical, career-oriented programs designed to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and professional skills. It works closely with industry partners to align its curriculum with current market needs, helping participants become more employable and job-ready. Team members at Industry Ready Academy contribute to a mission-driven environment that supports continuous learning and development for students and professionals.

Role Description

The Business Development Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in Bhubaneswar. This role involves identifying and nurturing new business opportunities, conducting market research to understand trends and customer needs, and generating qualified leads for the academy’s programs and services. The associate will prepare and deliver presentations to potential clients, institutional partners, and stakeholders, and support relationship-building activities to drive enrollment and partnerships. Daily responsibilities include maintaining accurate records of outreach activities, collaborating with marketing and academic teams on growth initiatives, and contributing ideas to improve business development strategies.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Presentation Skills and experience creating and delivering Presentations to diverse audiences.
• Candidates should possess Lead Generation capabilities and familiarity with Market Research to identify and evaluate new opportunities.
• Candidates should possess clear and professional Communication skills, both verbal and written, for client interactions and internal collaboration.
• Relevant qualifications such as a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field are preferred.
• Ability to work on-site in Bhubaneswar, manage multiple tasks, and meet targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in business development, sales, or education services is an advantage.