Business Development Associate (Student Recruitment)

StudyWeg; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational service provider is seeking a Business Development Associate to join their team in Karachi. The role involves expanding operations, developing partnerships with local entities, and managing recruitment efforts. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and strong skills in partnership development and communication. Experience in student recruitment is preferred, along with excellent presentation abilities.

Qualifications

• Strong educational background in business or marketing.
• Proven ability to develop strategic partnerships.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop partnerships with local educational institutions.
• Conduct meetings to explore collaboration opportunities.
• Attend fairs and events to promote StudyWeg.

Skills

Partnership development

Student recruitment

Presentation skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Business Development Associate (Student Recruitment)

Bachelor’s Degree: In Business Administration, Marketing, Education, or a related field. A Master's degree would be an added advantage.

As a Business Development Associate at StudyWeg, you will play a key role in expanding our operations in Pakistan and strengthening our global presence. This role requires a dynamic individual who can work both in the field and in-office, driving partnerships with local agents, educational institutions, and recruiting students, while also managing recruitment and support efforts.

Job Specification

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively identify and form strategic partnerships with potential recruitment partners and local educational institutions to increase brand awareness and student opportunities.
• Arrange and conduct meetings to explore collaboration opportunities, establishing long- term partnerships to drive student admissions.
• Attend educational fairs, student counseling sessions, and networking events to promote StudyWeg’s platform and services.
• Deliver presentations and strategy updates, sharing valuable insights with executive management and other stakeholders.
• Use the StudyWeg Portal to oversee student applications, ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with internal teams to manage agent relationships, maintain partner communications, and improve operational systems, processes, and policies.
• Train agents and partners on using the StudyWeg Portal effectively, ensuring they understand the processes, systems, and requirements.
• Support agent/account development, addressing inquiries, handling complaints, and strengthening business relations with partners.
• Propose improvements and identify gaps in recruitment, marketing, and partner engagement processes, helping streamline efforts for better efficiency.
• Offer ongoing support regarding application processes, admissions requirements, and timelines, ensuring partners are kept informed and engaged.
• Create detailed reports on partnership activities, student applications, and success rates, providing valuable insights to management.
• Be confident in delivering workshops, presentations, and leading conferences, representing StudyWeg in front of audiences and on camera.
• Manage incoming agent inquiries and serve as the primary resource for all priority accounts, proactively keeping line management updated.
• Support leadership in strategy execution and implementation, ensuring alignment with company goals and values.