Company Overview

Career Mantra is a leading educational advisory and course selection platform, founded in 2008, that simplifies college and course selection for students pursuing UG and PG courses in India and abroad. Our platform offers reliable information for over 1500 institutions and 25,000 courses, with a thriving community of over 10 lakh students. We empower students with tailored experiences, event seminars, and comprehensive educational support, bridging the gap between student aspirations and their educational goals in the competitive world.

Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive Business Development Manager to join our team at Career Mantra. This role is suitable for a Junior level professional with 1 to 3 years of work experience. The position is versatile, offering opportunities for Internship, Part-Time, Remote, and Full-Time engagements. The primary location for this remote position aligns with our mission to expand our educational services globally and collaboratively with partner institutions.

Qualifications and Skills

• Market research to identify new opportunities and customer needs, ensuring our services remain competitive and relevant (Mandatory skill).
• Relationship building with clients and partners to foster long-term, mutually beneficial associations (Mandatory skill).
• Excellent communication skills for engaging effectively with diverse clients, colleagues, and stakeholders (Mandatory skill).
• Proven sales skills to achieve targeted goals by identifying client prospects and pitching services effectively.
• Demonstrated negotiation experience, enabling the achievement of favorable terms and agreements with clients.
• Strategic planning proficiency to guide projects and partnerships that align with Career Mantra’s objectives.
• Strong analytical thinking to evaluate business metrics, market trends, and data to guide decision-making processes.
• Project management capabilities to plan, execute, and oversee projects ensuring timely completion and success.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential business opportunities and trends within the educational sector.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships by understanding their educational needs and providing targeted solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective business development strategies.
• Create detailed business development plans, establish objectives, and report on achievements periodically.
• Present strategic growth opportunities to senior management and maintain awareness of competitors and market dynamics.
• Negotiate terms of business with clients to secure advantageous contracts and agreements that align with corporate goals.
• Analyze market feedback and provide actionable insights to improve service offerings and client satisfaction.
• Ensure timely and successful delivery of services as per client requirements and organizational standards.