Senior Business Development Associate

LearningShala; Dadri; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

LearningShala, a data-backed online degree platform, seeks a Senior Business Development Associate to drive growth through lead generation, outreach to institutional partners, and student acquisition in Noida. You will conduct market research, build relationships, deliver presentations, and manage the sales pipeline in collaboration with marketing and counseling teams.

The role is full-time, on-site based in Noida with a fast-paced environment, requiring strong communication, negotiation, and

Qualifications

• Strong presentation skills to create and deliver professional presentations to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability in lead generation, prospecting, and managing a structured sales or business development pipeline.
• Experience conducting market research to analyze trends, competition, and customer needs in education or related sectors.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and build trust with partners and students.
• Demonstrated experience in business development, sales, or account management, preferably in edtech, education, or services.
• Comfort with data-driven decision-making, including using CRM tools and reporting dashboards to track performance.

Responsibilities

• Generate and qualify leads; deliver compelling presentations and demos.
• Manage the sales pipeline and coordinate with marketing and counseling teams to optimize conversion.
• Track performance metrics and prepare reports for strategic initiatives.
• Nurture relationships with institutional partners and prospective students to drive growth.

Skills

Strong presentation skills

Lead generation

Market research

Excellent communication

Business development

CRM tools

Reporting dashboards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Education, or related field

Tools

CRM tools

Reporting dashboards

Job description

Company Description

LearningShala is a trust-first, data-backed online degree platform founded in 2017 to make higher education choices clear and logical for students. The organization specializes in expert counselling and 1:1 guidance, helping learners compare over 55 top online universities across more than 40 factors before making decisions. With 200+ Verified Mentors supporting students pan-India through virtual sessions, LearningShala has guided 10,000+ students through admissions, career pathway planning, and post-admission services. The platform offers transparent support across 100+ online programs in business, IT, healthcare, arts, and other fields. LearningShala’s mission is to simplify the higher education journey and empower students to make confident, informed career decisions.

Role Description

As a Senior Business Development Associate at LearningShala, you will drive growth by identifying new business opportunities, nurturing leads, and building long-term relationships with institutional partners and prospective students. You will conduct market research to understand trends in online education, segment target audiences, and develop outreach strategies that align with the company’s goals. Day-to-day responsibilities include generating and qualifying leads, delivering compelling presentations and demos, managing the sales pipeline, and collaborating with marketing and counseling teams to optimize conversion. You will also track performance metrics, prepare reports, and contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance LearningShala’s presence in the higher education market. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Noida.

Qualifications

• Strong presentation skills, including experience creating and delivering professional presentations to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability in lead generation, prospecting, and managing a structured sales or business development pipeline.
• Experience conducting market research to analyze trends, competition, and customer needs in education or related sectors.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and build trust with partners and students.
• Demonstrated experience in business development, sales, or account management, preferably in edtech, education, or services.
• Comfort with data-driven decision-making, including using CRM tools and reporting dashboards to track performance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Education, or a related field; a master’s degree is an advantage.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.