Business Development Manager - Study Abroad

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to expand Glovels presence in the study-abroad market. The role involves developing partnerships with other education consultancies and colleges, representing Glovels at events, counselling students, and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote Glovels study-abroad and related services to education consultancies, colleges, institutions, and other potential partners.
• Identify and develop new B2B partnerships and business opportunities.
• Visit partner offices and colleges and represent Glovels at educational fairs, seminars, workshops, and networking events.
• Deliver presentations about Glovels’ services and international education opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional and consultancy partners.
• Counsel students on suitable study destinations, universities, programmes, admissions, and related services.
• Follow up with prospective students and partners and support them throughout the process.
• Maintain accurate records of leads, partnerships, follow-ups, and conversions.
• Guide, train, and mentor junior counsellors and business development employees.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure a smooth experience for students and partners.
• Stay updated on universities, programmes, admission requirements, visa processes, and changes in the study-abroad industry.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
• 4–6 years of relevant experience in the study-abroad industry.
• Strong understanding of international education, student counselling, admissions, and partner management.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong networking, negotiation, and relationship-management abilities.
• High attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Strong interest in continuously learning about new countries, universities, programmes, and industry developments.
• Ability to counsel students while also managing business-development responsibilities.
• Ability to mentor and motivate junior employees.
• Willingness to travel locally for college visits, consultancy meetings, and events.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team.