Business Development Executive

The Knowledge Review; Pune District; On-site; INR 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

The Knowledge Review in Pune City is seeking a driven Business Development Executive to join our on-site team in a full-time capacity. You will identify and pursue new opportunities in education and media, prospect and qualify leads, and build lasting relationships with educational institutions and industry partners.

You will tailor media and PR solutions, manage the end-to-end sales cycle, and collaborate with editorial and marketing to align offerings with client goals.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated business development and sales skills, including lead generation, prospecting, negotiation, and closing deals.
• Strong client relationship management abilities, with experience in building partnerships with institutions or corporate organizations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, with the capacity to convey complex ideas clearly.
• Ability to perform market research and basic data analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive positioning.
• Solid organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple accounts and deadlines.
• Comfort working on-site in Pune City and engaging in regular in-person meetings and networking activities.
• Prior experience in media, education, publishing, or public relations is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and qualify leads in education and media sectors.
• Conduct outreach via calls, emails, and meetings.
• Build long-term relationships with educational institutions and partners.
• Manage end-to-end sales cycle from contact to contract closure.
• Collaborate with editorial and marketing teams to align offerings.
• Prepare presentations and proposals for clients.
• Perform market research and competitor analysis.
• Attend industry events to expand network and brand presence.

Skills

Lead generation

Prospecting

Negotiation

Closing deals

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Market research

Data analysis

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing/Communications

Tools

CRM tools

Office productivity software

Job description

Company Description

The Knowledge Review is a leading education-focused media house dedicated to transforming the education landscape through innovative media solutions. Guided by the ethos “Education. Innovation. Success,” the organization highlights the achievements and insights of educational leaders and institutions around the world. Its flagship magazine serves as a key reference for professionals and enthusiasts in the education sector, showcasing compelling success stories, best practices, and thought leadership. With a growing community of hundreds of thousands of print subscribers and professionals, The Knowledge Review offers a collaborative platform for ideas, brand-building, and strategic communication. The company also provides public relations and outreach support to help educational organizations effectively communicate their mission and amplify their impact in the community.

Role Description

The Business Development Executive will work on-site in Pune City in a full-time capacity, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the education and media sectors. Day-to-day responsibilities include prospecting and qualifying leads, conducting outreach via calls, emails, and meetings, and building long‑term relationships with educational institutions and industry partners. The role involves understanding client needs, proposing tailored media and PR solutions, and managing the end‑to‑end sales cycle from initial contact to contract closure. The Business Development Executive will collaborate with editorial and marketing teams to align offerings with client objectives, prepare presentations and proposals, and track performance against sales targets. Regular market research, competitor analysis, and participation in industry events will also be key to expanding the company’s network and enhancing brand presence.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated business development and sales skills, including lead generation, prospecting, negotiation, and closing deals.
• Strong client relationship management abilities, with experience in building partnerships with institutions or corporate organizations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, with the capacity to convey complex ideas clearly.
• Ability to perform market research and basic data analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive positioning.
• Solid organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple accounts and deadlines.
• Comfort working on‑site in Pune City and engaging in regular in‑person meetings and networking activities.
• Prior experience in media, education, publishing, or public relations is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency with CRM tools and standard office productivity software (e.g., spreadsheets, presentations, email platforms).
• Self‑motivated, target‑driven, and capable of working collaboratively within cross‑functional teams.