Business Development Associate

Company Description

At 18startup, we know the struggles of aspiring entrepreneurs. Our mission is to turn your passion into a fundable venture by providing the right mix of experiential learning, mentorship, and networking. Whether you're a mentor, investor, or founder, 18startup is where ideas take shape, connections are built, and innovation thrives. Join our community and take confident first steps toward building your startup.

Role Description

As a Business Development Associate, you'll be at the front lines of our growth. Your job is to connect with aspiring founders, understand their goals, and guide them into the right 18startup program.

What you'll do

• Speak with warm founder leads and understand their stage, needs, and seriousness
• Communicate the value of 18startup programs clearly and confidently
• Handle follow-ups, objections, and admission conversations with discipline
• Drive conversions and payment completion
• Maintain a clean CRM and pipeline tracking
• Consistently achieve weekly and monthly admission targets

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in EdTech / Training / Startup sales.
• Proven ability in handling B2C targets.
• Strong communication skills (English + Hindi; regional language a plus).
• Discipline, ownership, and hunger to grow.

Why join 18startup

• Fixed CTC ₹20k–₹25k/month + attractive incentives.
• Direct mentorship from the 18startup core team.
• Opportunity to fast-track into Inside Sales Manager role within 6–12 months.
• Be part of India's next-gen startup ecosystem.

Location: Remote

Experience: Minimum 1 year in EdTech / Startup / B2C Sales

CTC: ₹20,000–₹25,000/month + incentives