Business Development Manager

ApplyBoard
Lagos, Lagos State
Full time
1 day ago
ApplyBoard simplifies the study abroad search, application, and acceptance process by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and educational institutions on one intuitive and personalized platform. ApplyBoard is a mission-driven, hyper-growth organization. It has been attracting dedicated individuals for more than eight years who are inspired every day to break down barriers to international education and take their careers to new heights at a company that will invest in their career growth. Our
six core values
are our compass in our mission to Educate the World and the foundation of our unique company culture. As an organization built on a foundation of diversity, it’s important that our team members are representative of the students from more than 150 countries that we support.
The Opportunity:
This role is a frontline, partner manager responsible for managing, nurturing, and growing a portfolio of recruitment partners (RPs). This role is accountable for relationship management, enrollment delivery, and increasing RP engagement and wallet share through personalized support, training, and data-driven performance conversations.
What you'll be doing everyday:
  • Act as an ambassador for ApplyBoard, representing our mission and services to educational agents, international institutions, and prospective students.
  • Cultivate a deep understanding of ApplyBoard’s value and offerings, ensuring effective promotion to a diverse audience of students and educational partners.
  • Develop and execute strategies to increase international student enrollment, recruiting from a wide array of regions to join ApplyBoard’s network.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, negotiating terms, providing comprehensive training, and maintaining active engagement through consistent communication.
  • Guide and train agents to improve the quality and volume of student applications, ensuring adherence to ApplyBoard’s standards.
  • Use CRM and social media platforms to share key messages, disseminate information, and drive engagement among potential and current students.
  • Develop and implement data-driven recruitment and marketing strategies informed by market research to optimize ApplyBoard’s international outreach.
  • Expand ApplyBoard’s international presence, ensuring that more students worldwide gain access to quality education.
What you bring to the table:
  • 2-3 years managing recruitment or enterprise accounts, ideally within the international education sector.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Marketing, Education) is preferred.
  • Fluent in English; additional language skills are an asset.
  • Ability to engage and motivate diverse stakeholders, from students to educational agents, with clear and persuasive communication.
  • A self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment and works effectively independently.
  • Excellent organizational skills with a talent for managing priorities and ensuring accuracy in information and communications.
  • Resourceful problem-solver capable of navigating complex situations to deliver positive outcomes for students and partners.
  • Proficient in CRM systems; experience with social media and other digital engagement tools is an advantage.
About ApplyBoard
ApplyBoard empowers students around the world to access the best education. With more than 1,000,000 students from over 150 countries helped with their journey in less than a decade, we are just getting started.
ApplyBoard’s 1,200 global team members in 30 countries assist students and our 1,500 partner institutions by empowering the international student sector with innovative technology and insights. As a five-time consecutive Deloitte Fast 50 and Fast 500 ranked company, ApplyBoard is growing and scaling like few other companies. On top of our strong growth, our people are growing personally and professionally. ApplyBoard India was Great Place to Work® Institute (India) certified for outstanding employee experience and workplace culture.
Thank you for your interest in joining the ApplyBoard Team and being part of our mission to Educate the World. While we are lucky to attract a high level of interest in each of our roles, only qualified applicants will be contacted and selected for an interview.
ApplyBoard welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.
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