Regional Business Development Executive - Higher Education

About the Role

NECTTOS Private Limited offers an opportunity to be a Regional Business Development Executive focused on the higher education sector. Operating as a Higher Education Operating System, NECTTOS facilitates colleges in streamlining and digitizing their academic and administrative processes. We are expanding our reach across Kerala, working with more than 18 colleges currently using our platform.

This role involves representing NECTTOS within assigned regions to establish strong connections with colleges and higher education institutions. You will be responsible for identifying prospects, engaging with key decision-makers such as principals and administrators, comprehending their needs, presenting NECTTOS solutions, arranging product demonstrations, and following through until the institutions are successfully onboarded. The position requires extensive field work combined with home-based coordination and doesn't necessitate daily office visits.

Responsibilities

• Locate and engage potential colleges in the designated area.
• Conduct visits to institutions, interact with principals, management, and administrators.
• Effectively present the benefits and value of NECTTOS to stakeholders.
• Assess each institution’s requirements and challenges.
• Collaborate with the NECTTOS team to organize and coordinate product demonstrations.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with potential clients.
• Maintain persistent follow-ups to advance sales opportunities.
• Facilitate agreement finalizations and onboarding procedures.
• Track and report on visits, lead status, and sales progress regularly.
• Act as a professional ambassador for NECTTOS in your territory.

Who Should Apply

• Applicants with strong communication capabilities and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence in engaging new contacts and presenting professionally.
• Self-driven and motivated individuals focused on meeting targets.
• Capability to independently plan and execute field visits with extensive travel within assigned regions.
• Basic technology and digital product knowledge.
• Graduates preferred.
• Candidates with prior experience in Business Development, Field Sales, Marketing, EdTech, Education, SaaS, or B2B sales have an added advantage.
• Enthusiastic and communicative fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Training and Support

Selected candidates will undergo 4 to 7 days of practical training covering:

• NECCTOS product expertise.
• Insights into the higher education industry.
• Techniques for approaching colleges.
• Communication and presentation abilities.
• Lead qualification strategies.
• Organizing and managing product demonstrations.
• Handling follow-up and objections.
• Sales processes and onboarding guidelines.

Compensation Structure

• A monthly retainer fee ranging between ₹5,000 and ₹7,000 for fieldwork and connectivity expenses.
• Performance-based incentives awarded per successful college onboarding:
• ₹7,500 for small colleges
• ₹10,000 for medium-sized colleges
• ₹15,000 for large colleges
• The incentive is based on the size and business potential of each institution.

Additional Information

• The role favors candidates seeking a performance-driven income structure allowing substantial earning potential with outstanding results.
• Work flexibility with remote capabilities and region-specific assignments.
• Build meaningful relationships with educational institutions to facilitate technology adoption and operational improvement.
• Continuous organizational support with growth opportunities in a fast-growing EdTech firm.