Business Development Manager for International Student Recruitment at Global University Systems (GUS)

The Business Development Manager for International Student Recruitment will oversee all student recruitment activities, business development activities, account management and marketing events for B2B channels across the country or region your will manage. You will collaborate with the Company Directors to develop B2B channels and implement marketing and sales strategies to promote international student recruitment for GUS. You will be representing one of our Universities or Colleges located in either Europe, North America or Asia

Requirements

Key Criteria & Qualifications

Essential Criteria

• You will have experience with international student recruitment for Higher Education
• You have an established and relevant agency network and solid relationships with key stakeholders in these agencies
• A solid understanding of industry trends is essential to inform the group on strategic planning and forecasting
• You will have developed and trained education agents on how to promote the brand you represent
• You will have experience sourcing agents from fairs, business trips, enquiries, referrals, in general searches in line with business development responsibilities
• You will have experience in generating new revenue from existing streams and accounts as well as identifying new opportunities
• You will have a proven track record of assisting in identifying and supporting developing potential business partners and growing existing client relationships
• You will have experience performing client research including (but not limited to) meeting/engaging with key players in the industry
• You will be a highly motivated character who strives for success in all areas
• You are confident in your delivery of workshops, presentations, holding conferences and being in front of the camera!

Desirable Criteria

• Salesforce or database management experience.
• We will consider applicants who have represented an institution directly (located anywhere in the world) or with significant agency experience where you have managed a sub network of agents

Location

• The position is home based with travel (cost for travel are covered). Ideally you will be located in Lagos, Nigeria or live nearby and able to travel with ease to this location. This is because your main marketing activities will be held in this area (agents are based here)

Reporting Lines

• This position reports to the Director and will directly represent the university / college brand.

Salary

• A competitive salary with bonus and incentives will be offered based on qualifications and experience.