Business Development Executive (Hospitality Education Partnerships)

About the Role

We are looking for an energetic and goal-driven Business Development Executive to act as a crucial link between hospitality students and international internship opportunities. This position requires visiting hotel management schools and hospitality colleges to forge strategic partnerships. The main responsibility is to finalize Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) that enable students to engage in sought-after internships abroad.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site visits to hotel management and hospitality institutes to build strong relationships with academic leadership including Principals, Directors, and Placement Heads.
• Effectively present and negotiate our international internship program benefits to secure official MOUs for long-term partnerships.
• Develop a steady stream of interested hospitality students seeking overseas internships through proactive lead generation.
• Organize and deliver presentations and sessions that inform students about career pathways and advantages of global internships.
• Serve as the main liaison ensuring clear communication and satisfaction for all partner educational institutions.
• Maintain accurate records of all institutional visits, contacts, and progress within the CRM system.

Qualifications and Skills

• 1 to 3 years of experience in business development, institutional sales, or education consulting; a background in hospitality is highly preferred.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities capable of influencing senior academic staff.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills with a proactive approach to generating leads in the field.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively to multiple campuses and educational centers.
• Demonstrated sales skills with a history of meeting targets and closing partnership agreements.

Work Environment and Schedule

• This is a primarily field-based role demanding frequent travel.
• Full-time position with working days from Monday through Saturday during regular business hours.

Compensation and Benefits

• Monthly salary ranging between ₹27,000 to ₹30,000 with additional performance incentives.
• Monthly reimbursement for travel and fuel expenses.
• Health insurance coverage, paid sick leave, and paid time off provided.
• Opportunities for rapid career advancement within international education sectors.
• Additional benefits include commuter assistance, flexible scheduling, and meals provided to help save on costs.

Additional Information

This role requires candidates to have a personal vehicle for field visits due to extensive travel demands. The ability to engage with international markets and promote abroad internship options is highly valued.