Business Development Associate

About LearningShala

LearningShala is an online degree platform founded in 2017. It simplifies higher education choices through expert counseling and 1:1 guidance, helping learners compare 55+ top online universities across 40+ key factors.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Business Development Associate role based in Noida.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify prospective students and institutional partners.
• Conduct lead generation activities.
• Nurture relationships through calls, emails, and in-person interactions.
• Conduct market research to understand student needs, competitive offerings, and trends in online higher education.
• Use market insights to inform outreach strategies.
• Deliver presentations and demos about LearningShala’s services.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM tools.
• Collaborate with counseling, marketing, and operations teams to drive enrollment growth and partnership opportunities.
• Meet defined targets.
• Prepare regular performance reports.
• Provide feedback to help improve processes and student experience.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• CRM tools
• Spreadsheets
• Online communication platforms

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, including clear spoken and written communication.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Presentation skills: creating effective presentations and delivering engaging, structured presentations to individuals and groups.
• Lead generation skills: identifying prospects, qualifying leads, and managing follow-ups.
• Market research skills: gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data on student needs, competition, and education trends.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Comfort working with CRM systems, spreadsheets, and online communication platforms.
• Goal-oriented mindset with the ability to work under targets, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Interest in the education and EdTech sector.
• Commitment to ethical, student-centric guidance.