Business Development Manager

Job Description: Business Development Manager

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our team at

an education financing organization. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the

company's growth by identifying opportunities, building relationships, and ensuring smooth

operations for our stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Relationship Building

o Identify and build relationships with potential partners, clients, and institutions in

the education financing space.

o Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing stakeholders to foster loyalty

and long-term engagement.

2. Market Research and Analysis

o Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, business opportunities, and

competitor activities.

o Provide insights and recommendations to inform business strategies.

3. Lead Generation

o Develop and implement strategies to generate leads, expand market reach, and

increase revenue.

o Conduct presentations and meetings with potential partners to showcase offerings.

4. Managing Schedules

o Manage and organize calendars, appointments, and meetings for the business

development team.

o Ensure all client and partner interactions are scheduled and conducted on time.

5. Handling Communications

o Serve as a primary point of contact for business inquiries, handling calls, emails, and

other communications.

o Screen and filter requests, assess urgency, and facilitate communication with

internal teams or external stakeholders.

6. Document Preparation

o Prepare and edit proposals, presentations, contracts, and reports for business

development purposes.

o Collect data from various stakeholders to prepare comprehensive reports and action

plans.

7. Researching and Organizing Data

o Conduct research and organize data to support decision-making processes in

business development initiatives.

o Maintain a repository of market insights, leads, and partner details for easy

reference.

8. Meeting Coordination

o Record, transcribe, and distribute minutes of meetings with clients, partners, and

internal teams.

o Ensure follow-ups on action items and deliverables discussed during meetings.

9. Maintaining Records

o Maintain accurate records of leads, contacts, agreements, and communications in

the CRM.

o Ensure all documents and records comply with company policies and are easily

retrievable.

10. Collaboration Across Teams

o Work closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to align strategies and

ensure seamless execution.

o Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure client and partner needs are met

effectively.

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Proven experience in business development, sales, or a similar role, preferably in the

education financing or financial services sector.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships.

Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret market trends and data.

Proactive problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.