Business Development Associate (inside sales)

Business Development Associate 🚀
About Skill-Lync
Skill-Lync is a Y Combinator-backed EdTech company offering industry-aligned engineering and technology programs across Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, and Computer Science domains. We help aspiring engineers bridge the gap between academics and industry through practical, job-oriented learning. As one of the fastest-growing YC-backed startups, we're building a high-performing sales team to connect learners with impactful upskilling opportunities.
Role Overview
As a Business Development Associate (BDA), you will play a key role in driving Skill-Lync's growth by helping prospective learners make informed career decisions. You will engage with qualified leads, understand their learning and career goals, recommend the right programs, and guide them through the enrollment journey.
Location: Chennai (Thiruvanmiyur) – Work from Office
Working Hours: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM | 6-Day Work Week
Experience: Freshers or up to 3 years of experience in Sales
Joining: Immediate or within 15 days
Key Responsibilities
Counsel prospective learners, understand their career aspirations, and recommend the most suitable Skill-Lync programs.
Handle the complete sales cycle, including lead qualification, counselling, follow-ups, objection handling, pricing discussions, and enrollment.
Build trust with prospective learners through consistent follow-ups and personalized guidance to maximize conversions.
Maintain accurate records in CRM, prioritize leads, and consistently achieve individual sales targets.
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure learners receive accurate program information and a seamless enrollment experience.
Who We're Looking For
Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong sales aptitude with a target-driven mindset.
Ability to understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Good follow-up, negotiation, and time management skills.
Self-motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced sales environment.
Graduates from any discipline.
Why Join Skill-Lync?
Competitive salary with attractive performance-based incentives.
Accelerated career growth opportunities.
Comprehensive sales training and continuous learning.
Opportunity to work with one of India's leading Y Combinator-backed EdTech companies.
Collaborative, high-performance work culture with experienced mentors.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can DM me directly or send their resume to navinya.aikal@criodo.com with the subject line:
"BDA Application – Your Name"

Work arrangement
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