Business Development Manager

Australian International School Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Business Development Manager at a forward-thinking educational institution. This role is ideal for those passionate about growth and making a positive impact. You will leverage your business development and relationship management skills to forge strategic partnerships and drive initiatives that enhance the school's mission. The ideal candidate will thrive in a multicultural environment, possess excellent communication skills, and be proficient in various software tools. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering educational excellence and innovation, where your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships in education.
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development and strategic partnerships in the education sector.
• Manage relationships with external partners and maximize ROI.

Skills

Business Development

Sales

Strategic Partnerships

Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Data-Driven Decision Making

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Proficiency in Asian Languages

Self-Motivated

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Canva

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

An exciting opportunity has opened for Business Development Manager at the Australian International School! If you are passionate about making a positive impact and are driven by growth and development, this role is perfect for you!

Position Requirements:

1. Proven experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships, preferably in the education sector.
2. Strong relationship management and negotiation skills with external partners.
3. Experience working in international and multicultural environments.
4. Proficiency in an Asian language (preferably Korean, Japanese or Mandarin) is a plus.
5. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) in English.
6. Ability to use a variety of software, preference for candidates with experience with Microsoft Dynamics and Canva.
7. Experience with data-driven decision making to maximise ROI in events, promotions and business partnerships.
8. Self-motivated, results-driven, and proactive in identifying opportunities.
9. Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple projects.
10. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
11. High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
12. Experience in education sector is advantageous.
13. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Education, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).