Business Development Executive

Cokonet Academy; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Cokonet Academy in India seeks a Business Development Executive / Academic Counsellor with 1–2 years in EdTech or Education Sales to drive student enrollments. You will counsel prospective learners, explain courses, fees and career opportunities, and manage inquiries through calls, WhatsApp, email, and other channels.

You will follow up leads, achieve monthly sales targets, maintain CRM records, and coordinate with Academic and Marketing teams.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in EdTech / Education Sales is mandatory.
• Experience in Business Development, Academic Counselling, Inside Sales, or Admissions.
• Excellent English and Malayalam communication skills.
• Strong convincing, negotiation, and follow‑up skills.
• Target oriented and self motivated.
• Basic knowledge of CRM and MS Office/Google Workspace.
• Immediate or short notice joiners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle leads through calls, WhatsApp, email, and other channels.
• Counsel students and recommend suitable courses based on their career goals.
• Explain course details, fees, benefits, and career opportunities.
• Follow up with leads and convert them into enrollments.
• Achieve monthly sales and enrollment targets.
• Maintain lead and follow-up details in the CRM.
• Coordinate with Academic and Marketing teams when required.

Skills

Education sales

Inside sales

Counselling

Tools

CRM

MS Office/Google Workspace

Job description

Cokonet Academy is a growing EdTech organization offering industry-focused training programs for graduates and working professionals, designed to build practical skills and support career growth.

We are looking for a Business Development Executive / Academic Counsellor with experience in EdTech or Education Sales to drive student enrollments, counsel prospective learners, and contribute to business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle leads through calls, WhatsApp, email, and other channels.
• Counsel students and recommend suitable courses based on their career goals.
• Explain course details, fees, benefits, and career opportunities.
• Follow up with leads and convert them into enrollments.
• Achieve monthly sales and enrollment targets.
• Maintain lead and follow-up details in the CRM.
• Coordinate with Academic and Marketing teams when required.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in EdTech / Education Sales is mandatory.
• Experience in Business Development, Academic Counselling, Inside Sales, or Admissions.
• Excellent English and Malayalam communication skills.
• Strong convincing, negotiation, and follow-up skills.
• Target-oriented and self-motivated.
• Basic knowledge of CRM and MS Office/Google Workspace.
• Immediate or short-notice joiners preferred.