About Skill-Lync
Skill-Lync is a Y-Combinator–backed ed-tech company offering industry-aligned engineering and technology programs across domains such as mechanical, civil, electrical, electronics, and computer science. Recognized among the top YC-backed startups, we are rapidly scaling and building a high-performance sales ecosystem that connects aspiring learners with high-value upskilling solutions.
Role: Business Development Associate
Role Overview
The Business Development Associate (Sales) plays a key role in Skill-Lync’s revenue engine. This role focuses on driving high-quality sales conversations, understanding customer needs, pitching the right programs, and converting leads into successful enrolments.
The BDA is responsible for managing the complete sales cycle-from outreach and qualification to counseling,
objection handling, pricing discussions, and closure.
Key Responsibilities
● Conduct daily outbound calls to prospective learners from the provided lead base.
● Understand customer requirements, readiness, and goals to pitch the most relevant Skill-Lync
programs.
● Deliver high-impact sales conversations that effectively communicate program value and ROI.
● Manage the entire sales funnel: lead qualification → counselling → follow-ups → pricing discussions
→ closure.
● Collaborate with the technical and pricing teams to ensure accurate and compelling program
recommendations.
● Maintain strong follow-up discipline to drive maximum conversion and revenue.
● Consistently meet and exceed daily/weekly/monthly targets and performance metrics.
Whom We’re Looking For
● Excellent communication and persuasion skills
● Strong sales aptitude with resilience and goal orientation
● Ability to understand customer needs and position solutions effectively
● Good time management and follow-up discipline
● Self-driven personality with a hunger to learn and grow in a fast-paced sales environment
Who Succeeds in This Role
● A top-performing BDA at Skill-Lync is someone who:
● Builds rapport quickly with customers
● Drives confident, value-based sales conversations
● Handles objections professionally
● Works with urgency to achieve targets
● Converts high-intent leads into enrolments through consistent follow-ups and strong closing skills
Additional Details
● Work Mode: Work from Office
● Work Week: 6 days
● Timing: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
● Location: Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai
Preference: Immediate joiners or candidates available within 15 days
Pay: ₹350,000.00 - ₹400,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
