Business Development Associate

Job Description: Business Development Associate

About the Role

Sunbeam World School is looking for a proactive and target-driven Business Development Associate to join its admissions team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling admission-related calls and queries, converting inquiries into enrollments, and contributing ideas and strategies to boost overall admission numbers for the school.

Key Responsibilities

1. Make outbound calls to prospective parents/students regarding admissions and follow up on leads generated through various channels
2. Handle inbound admission queries promptly and professionally, providing accurate information about courses, fees, curriculum, and admission procedures
3. Guide parents through the complete admission process — from initial inquiry to final enrollment
4. Maintain and update a database of leads, follow-ups, and conversions using CRM/Excel/registers as applicable
5. Achieve monthly and seasonal admission targets set by the management
6. Assist in planning and executing lead-generation and outreach activities (school tours, open houses, community outreach, social media promotions, referral drives, etc.)
7. Identify new strategies and channels to increase the volume and quality of admission inquiries
8. Coordinate with the marketing team for promotional campaigns and admission drives
9. Prepare periodic reports on inquiry status, conversion ratios, and admission trends for management review
10. Build strong rapport with parents to ensure a positive experience and encourage referrals
11. Address parent concerns/objections tactfully to improve conversion rates
12. Support other administrative and front-office tasks related to admissions, as required

Required Skills & Qualifications

1. Graduate in any discipline (preferred: Business Administration, Marketing, or related field)
2. 0–2 years of experience in admissions, tele-calling, business development, or sales (freshers with strong communication skills may also apply)
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Hindi and English
4. Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-service and sales-oriented mindset
5. Confident telephone etiquette and ability to handle high call volumes
6. Basic proficiency in MS Office/Excel and CRM tools
7. Ability to work under targets and deadlines
8. Positive attitude, persistence, and willingness to learn

Preferred Attributes

1. Prior experience in the education sector (school/institute admissions)
2. Ability to think strategically and suggest innovative ideas for lead generation
3. Well-groomed, presentable, and professional demeanor

What We Offer

1. Fixed salary of ₹18,000 – ₹28,000/month
2. Opportunity to work in a reputed educational institution
3. Growth opportunities within the admissions/business development vertical
4. Supportive and collaborative work environment

To Apply: Interested candidates may share their updated resume at hr@sunbeamworldschool.com or contact 9711990934.