Business Development & HR Manager

Little Artists Art Studio Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established art education studio in Singapore is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive admissions and create new revenue streams through partnerships and strategic marketing. This role requires 3-5 years of experience in business development with a degree in Business or Marketing. Responsibilities include managing lead pipelines, enhancing customer satisfaction, and overseeing digital marketing initiatives. The position offers autonomy and exposure to diverse clients and creative events, emphasizing the impact of education and creativity.

Benefits

High autonomy role

Exposure to international clientele

Creative events and art communities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in business development, preferably in education.
• Track record of achieving aggressive growth targets.
• Dynamic communicator with client-facing confidence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and scale lead pipelines and track conversion KPIs.
• Analyze churn and improve customer satisfaction.
• Drive aggressive enrolment across all programs.
• Spearhead social media campaigns and digital ad strategy.

Skills

Business development

Sales admissions

Lead management

Customer retention

Digital marketing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM tools

Digital marketing platforms

Job description

Are you a growth driven business leader with a passion for education, innovation, and strategy?

Join Little Artists, a 28-year legacy art education powerhouse, as our Business Development Manager. We're seeking an ambitious and strategic thinker ready to turbocharge admissions and launch new revenue streams through high-impact partnerships and bold marketing.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sales/Admissions & Lead Management

• Manage and scale lead pipelines; track data and conversion KPIs.
• Personally handle high-value inquiries and ensure swift follow-up with all leads.

2. Customer Retention & Experience

• Analyse churn and implement proactive strategies to improve satisfaction and loyalty.
• Work with teachers and admin to maintain high engagement, strong parent relationships, and consistent feedback loops.

3. Revenue Growth & Strategy

• Drive enrolment aggressively across all programs, with a sharp focus on student retention and conversion from trial to long-term.
• Identify and launch new programs, pricing models, and partnerships to diversify revenue.
• Build alliances with schools, community organizations, embassies, and educational platforms to widen reach.

4. Marketing & Digital Transformation

• Spearhead social media campaigns, digital ad strategy, and content marketing.
• Collaborate with design and academic teams to roll out compelling visuals, reels, and growth hacks.
• Oversee the studio’s digital evolution — from online classes to e-commerce to virtual exhibitions.

5. Leadership & Collaboration

• Inspire and mentor the admin and teaching team to align with business goals.
• Report directly to senior leadership with monthly performance dashboards and strategic inputs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• 3–5 years of proven experience in business development, preferably in education, creative, or service industries.
• A track record of achieving aggressive growth targets and launching new initiatives.
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office Suite, CRM tools, and digital marketing platforms.
• Dynamic communicator, client-facing confidence, and a sharp commercial mindset.

What We Offer

• A respected platform with strong brand equity built over 28 years.
• A high-autonomy role with the ability to shape the future of the studio.
• Exposure to international clientele, creative events, and art communities.
• A purpose-driven workplace passionate about creativity, education, and impact.