Assistant Manager, Business Development / Education Sector / Pioneer / Up S$7500 - #1095226

Hours: Mon to Thur (8.30am to 5.45pm) and Fri (8.30am to 5.15pm)

Salary: S$5500 - S$7500 

Location: Nanyang Link 

Collaborate with the Senior Assistant Director (Business Development), along with teams from Academic, Business Development, Marketing, Programme Operations, and faculty members to design meaningful and high-impact lifelong learning initiatives. Oversee Continuing Education and Training (CET) academic programmes by conducting initial assessments to ensure their relevance, long-term viability, and successful implementation.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain relationships with current clients while actively growing the customer base.

• Handle inquiries from prospective students and clients via phone and email.

• Conduct meetings—virtually or face-to-face—to gather client requirements.

• Identify and engage appropriate trainers for various programmes.

• Create and present customized proposals and presentations to potential clients.

• Negotiate contract terms to secure beneficial agreements.

• Finalize deals and consistently meet or exceed sales goals.

• Work closely with the Operations Team to ensure seamless programme execution and an optimal student experience.

• Coordinate with the Marketing Team to effectively promote student immersion programmes.

• Contribute to business development planning and support sales initiatives.

• Stay informed on market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to uncover new business prospects or risks.

• Track and report on business development efforts, including lead generation, sales progress, and market intelligence.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, with at least three years of experience in key account management.

• Background in higher education, adult learning, professional training, or the MICE industry, with a solid grasp of the sector’s dynamics.

• Familiarity with managing end-to-end education or training programmes—from planning and marketing to implementation and follow-up—is a plus.

• Strong customer orientation with the ability to build effective relationships with clients and stakeholders.

• A proactive, goal-driven team player capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written.

• Proven ability to manage several projects at once and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• High proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

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