About Us
We are a startup with a team of believers who want to reshape the world through education. We go by the name EduGuild and our vision is to improve the world through the synergy of visionary mentors and great minds. We believe education has the power to transform lives and if given the right opportunities and learning experiences any student can fully unlock their potential.
At EduGuild, we aim to make learning more meaningful, practical and impactful for people of all ages by providing high-quality educational resources and mentorship.
About the Role
We are looking for a highly driven and passionate Business Development Executive, someone who believes in the power of education and wants to actively contribute to helping students discover meaningful career paths.
This role goes beyond traditional sales. This is a field job. You will be the bridge between students and opportunities, introducing them to programs that can shape their future.
If you enjoy interacting with people, building relationships, understanding student aspirations and guiding them towards better opportunities, this role may be a great fit for you.
As a Business Development Executive, you will connect with colleges, institutions and students, helping them understand how our programs can support their growth. Your work will play a critical role in expanding our reach and enabling more students to benefit from meaningful learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Market Outreach & Student Engagement
* Conduct on-ground visits to colleges, universities, and educational institutions to introduce EduGuild’s courses, certifications, and training programs.
* Deliver engaging presentations, seminars, and awareness sessions to students and faculty about career opportunities and learning pathways.
* Build and maintain relationships with students, professors, placement officers, and institutional partners.
Lead Generation & Student Acquisition
* Identify and generate high-quality leads through college interactions, networking events, and referrals.
* Maintain a strong pipeline of prospective students and ensure timely follow-ups.
* Guide interested students through the enrollment process by answering questions and helping them make informed decisions.
Sales Strategy & Execution
* Work towards achieving monthly and quarterly enrollment goals.
* Clearly communicate the value and outcomes of our programs to prospective students.
* Collaborate with the admissions team to ensure a smooth onboarding experience for enrolled students.
Market Insights & Feedback
* Gather feedback from students and institutions to understand learning needs and market demand.
* Monitor industry trends, student preferences, and competitor offerings.
* Share insights with the team to help improve programs and outreach strategies.
Collaboration & Representation
* Work closely with the marketing team to support campaigns and outreach initiatives.
* Coordinate with the academic team to ensure accurate representation of program offerings.
* Represent EduGuild at career fairs, seminars and educational events to expand our presence.
Performance Tracking
* Maintain accurate records of leads, interactions and conversions using CRM tools.
* Track and report enrollment numbers, lead generation activities and conversion rates.
* Continuously analyze performance and refine outreach strategies.
Required Skills & Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Education or a related field.
* 2–5 years of experience in sales, business development or field marketing, preferably in the education or training sector.
* Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
* Ability to build genuine relationships with students, educators and institutional stakeholders.
*Strategic thinking and problem-solving mindset.
* Familiarity with CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Personal Attributes
* Passion for education and student development.
* Self-driven, proactive and comfortable working in a target-driven environment.
* High level of professionalism, integrity and accountability.
* Willingness to travel to colleges and institutions when required.
* Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-growing startup environment.
Our Culture
Listen to Understand
We listen with intent. We listen to understand, not to reply. We listen to truly understand people, ideas and perspectives before acting.
Challenge the Status Quo (Break Stereotypes)
We question traditional approaches and constantly explore better ways of doing things.
Knowledge Sharing
Knowledge grows when it is shared. Teaching, mentoring and learning from one another are part of our daily culture.
Thirst for Knowledge
Curiosity drives us. We continuously learn and evolve to create meaningful impact.
Pursue Excellence Over Perfection
We focus on progress and meaningful work rather than waiting for perfection.
We > I
Trust and collaboration define our team. Strong outcomes come from working together.
Impossible is Just a Challenge
We treat “impossible” as an invitation to push boundaries.
Research, Collaborate, Innovate, Evolve
We rely on research and teamwork to innovate and grow continuously.
Skill > Certificate
We value real ability, effort and impact more than titles or degrees.
What We Offer
A rare opportunity to contribute to the growth of a mission-driven startup in the education space.
A collaborative environment where your work directly impacts students and the future of learning.
Competitive compensation with the understanding that early startup stages may start modestly but scale with the organization’s growth.
Opportunities for rapid personal and professional development.
The chance to build something meaningful with a team that believes education can change the world.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
- What do you consider more important, achieving your targets or keeping customers happy?
- Imagine you are selling a concept to a customer. How do you convince them of the value of this concept and how this would benefit the customer?
- Imagine you are trying very hard to close in on a deal but the customer firmly declines. How would you follow up in such a scenario?
Experience:
- Sales: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
