Business Development Executive

Industry Ready Academy; Khordha; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Industry Ready Academy in Bhubaneswar is seeking a passionate Business Development Executive to identify and pursue new business opportunities, generate and qualify leads, and build a robust pipeline of prospective clients. You will conduct meetings and presentations, maintain relationships with existing accounts, coordinate with internal teams to onboard new partners, and track market trends.

The role requires strong communication, an understanding of sales processes, and the ability to meet

Qualifications

• Strong new business development and lead generation skills.
• Solid business acumen and understanding of sales processes.
• Excellent communication for client interactions and negotiations.
• Account management skills to grow existing relationships.
• Experience in education, training, or services preferred.
• On-site in Bhubaneswar; able to manage multiple priorities and targets.
• Proficiency with basic office tools; CRM or lead tracking is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and build a sales pipeline.
• Conduct meetings and presentations with potential clients.
• Maintain relationships with existing accounts and onboard new partners.
• Prepare proposals and track performance against targets.
• Provide regular reports to leadership.
• Participate in events and outreach activities to convert opportunities.

Skills

Lead generation

New business development

Business acumen

Communication skills

Account management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

CRM/lead tracking

MS Office

Job description

Company Description Industry Ready Academy is a professional training and development organization focused on preparing individuals for real-world industry requirements. The academy offers practical, job-oriented programs that help learners build relevant skills and improve their employability. By collaborating with industry professionals and organizations, Industry Ready Academy designs training that reflects current market needs. Team members work in a growth-oriented environment where innovation in education and learner success are core priorities.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site role based in Bhubaneswar for a Business Development Executive. The role involves identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, generating and qualifying leads, and building a strong pipeline of prospective clients. The Business Development Executive will conduct meetings and presentations, maintain relationships with existing accounts, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding of new partners. Responsibilities include researching market trends, preparing proposals, tracking performance against targets, and providing regular reports to leadership. The role also requires active participation in events, outreach activities, and continuous follow-up to convert opportunities into long-term business relationships.Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong New Business Development and Lead Generation skills to identify opportunities and build a consistent sales pipeline.
• Candidates should possess solid Business acumen, including understanding of sales processes and market dynamics.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills for client interactions, presentations, and negotiations.
• Candidates should possess effective Account Management skills to maintain and grow relationships with existing clients and partners.
• Relevant experience in business development, sales, or client-facing roles, preferably in education, training, or services.
• Ability to work on-site in Bhubaneswar, manage multiple priorities, and meet targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in basic office productivity tools (e.g., spreadsheets, presentations, CRM or lead tracking systems) is beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred; equivalent practical experience will also be considered.