Business Development Executive(SME Acquisition)

AI CERTs™ - India

Gandhinagar

On-site

INR 1,752,848 - 2,629,272

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AI CERTs™ - India is seeking a Business Development Executive specializing in SME acquisitions. The role involves identifying top subject matter experts in AI and blockchain, building relationships, and managing the recruitment process to enhance training content. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal, negotiation, and organizational skills with a bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in talent acquisition or SME recruitment, preferably in education or technology.
Knowledge of the AI and blockchain industries, or a strong willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Conduct market research to identify and approach leading experts in the AI and blockchain space.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and engagement schedules with SMEs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Business Development Executive(SME Acquisition)

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Job Description – SME Acquisitions Executive

Why choose AI CERTs?

AI CERTs is your premier destination for AI and blockchain certifications. Our mission is to certify and empower a billion individuals globally, transforming lives and organizations through cutting-edge training and certifications. AI CERTs is committed to empowering 1 billion individuals with AI and Blockchain certifications. We lead the way with clarity, innovation, and a customer-centric approach, driving industry disruption.

About the role

AI CERTs is looking for a dynamic and results-driven SME (Subject Matter Expert) Acquisitions Specialist to help us expand our network of industry-leading SMEs. In this role, you will work closely with academic institutions, industry professionals, and thought leaders to secure high-quality SMEs who will collaborate with us to develop and deliver top-tier training content. The ideal candidate will be a proactive networker with a keen ability to identify, approach, and onboard SMEs to enhance our offerings.

Objectives of this role

Identify and target key subject matter experts in the fields of AI and blockchain to build a strong network.
Manage the recruitment process, from identifying potential experts to negotiating terms and bringing them onboard.
Ensure that all acquired SMEs align with AI CERTs' mission and quality standards.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with both existing and potential SMEs to foster long-term collaboration.
Work closely with internal teams to understand content needs and tailor SME acquisition strategies accordingly.

Responsibilities

Conduct market research to identify and approach leading experts in the AI and blockchain space.
Build and maintain a database of high-quality SMEs.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and engagement schedules with SMEs.
Collaborate with the curriculum and content development teams to ensure SME contributions meet our quality and curriculum standards.
Manage the onboarding process for new SMEs and ensure smooth integration into our content development and training process.
Track and report on SME recruitment and engagement KPIs.
Train the trainers to ensure that they are aligned with the offerings of our courseware content and artifacts.

Required skills and qualifications

3+ years of experience in talent acquisition or SME recruitment, preferably in the education or technology sector.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with a track record of building successful relationships.
Knowledge of the AI and blockchain industries, or a strong willingness to learn.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related field.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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