Business Development Specialist

Company Description LearningShala, founded in 2017, is an online degree guidance platform dedicated to making higher education choices clear and data-driven rather than confusing. The organization helps students compare 100+ top online universities across 40+ factors and has supported over 10,000 learners with admissions, career pathway planning, and post-admission services. A network of 200+ Verified Mentors provides free, transparent counseling and 1:1 virtual guidance to students across India, covering programs in business, IT, healthcare, arts, and more. Built on a trust-first and data-backed approach, LearningShala focuses on empowering students to make confident decisions that lead to sustainable careers.
Role Description The Business Development Specialist role is a full-time, on-site position based in Noida. This role involves identifying and qualifying prospective students and institutional partners, generating leads through calls, emails, events, and digital channels, and maintaining accurate records in CRM tools. The specialist will conduct market research to understand trends in online education, present LearningShala’s offerings clearly, and follow up with leads to convert interest into enrollments or partnerships. Day-to-day responsibilities include building and nurturing long-term relationships, collaborating with counseling and marketing teams to refine outreach strategies, preparing performance reports, and delivering customer-focused service in every interaction.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong Communication and Customer Service skills to engage prospects, build trust, and support students and partners effectively.
Candidates should possess Lead Generation and Market Research skills to identify opportunities, analyze trends, and expand LearningShala’s reach.
Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills to interpret data, track performance metrics, and make informed recommendations.
Relevant experience in business development, sales, or education services, ideally within edtech or higher education, is beneficial.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field, along with proficiency in CRM tools and MS Office/Google Workspace, is preferred.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet targets ethically, and collaborate across teams while maintaining a student-first approach is highly valued.

Skills
Business Development

Work arrangement
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