Business Development Manager

EDUQUEST INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institute in Singapore is seeking a Sales Manager to lead and manage sales activities for academic programmes and corporate training. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the Private Education sector, with minimum 4-5 years of sales experience and a proven track record in student enrolment. This role involves developing sales strategies, managing a sales team, and building relationships within Singapore’s education ecosystem. Competitive salary and incentives offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Attractive incentive structure

Opportunity to influence business expansion

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years of sales experience in the Private Education sector.
• Proven track record in student enrolment or corporate training sales.
• Experience managing a sales or admissions team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end sales activities.
• Drive student enrolment targets and revenue.
• Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with regulations.
• Manage and coach the sales/admissions team.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate clients.

Skills

Sales experience in Private Education

CRM systems knowledge

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Job description

Job Title

Sales Manager (Private Education / Training Sector)

Location

Singapore

Employment Type

Full-time

Industry

Private Education Institution (PEI) / Training Provider

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Sales Manager from the Private Education / Training sector to lead student enrolment and corporate training sales. The role focuses on driving revenue growth, managing a sales team, and strengthening partnerships within Singapore’s education and training ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end‑to‑end sales activities for academic programmes and/or professional training courses
• Drive student enrolment targets and corporate training revenue in line with business goals
• Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with PEI regulatory requirements (e.g. CPE / EduTrust framework)
• Manage, coach, and motivate the sales/admissions team to achieve monthly and annual KPIs
• Oversee lead generation, follow‑ups, conversion tracking, and pipeline management
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate clients, agents, and partners
• Monitor market trends, competitor offerings, and pricing strategies within the education sector
• Ensure accurate reporting of sales performance and forecasts to management
• Work closely with marketing and academic teams to support programme launches and promotions

Requirements

• Minimum 4‑5 years of sales experience in the Private Education or Training sector in Singapore
• Proven track record in student enrolment sales and/or corporate training sales
• Prior experience managing a sales or admissions team
• Strong understanding of Singapore PEI operating environment and compliance considerations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Target‑driven, results‑oriented, and hands‑on leadership style
• Proficient in CRM systems and sales reporting tools

Note: Only applicants with prior experience in the Private Education / Training sector will be considered.

Why Join Us

• Competitive base salary with attractive incentive structure
• Opportunity to lead and grow a high‑impact sales function
• Stable organisation with growth plans in Singapore’s education sector
• Direct influence on business expansion and revenue strategy