Business Development Executive

Responsibilities: - Make initial contact with inbound and outbound leads to identify student interest and suitability - Conduct timely follow-ups with prospective students via phone, email, and other communication channels - Provide accurate and up-to-date information on courses, admission requirements, and programme pathways - Advise prospective students on enrolment requirements and guide them through the decision-making process - Maintain and update CRM systems with lead status, interactions, and follow-up actions - Manage assigned leads and ensure timely response in accordance with internal lead handling policies - Execute structured follow-up strategies to convert leads into enrolments - Work closely with the Sales Manager to implement effective student recruitment strategies and achieve sales targets - Ensure professional customer service standards are consistently maintained throughout the sales cycle Requirements: - Diploma or Degree in any discipline - Sales experience with strong communication skills (service-based industries preferred) - Familiarity with sales closing techniques and customer conversion strategies - Driven, resourceful, and highly motivated to achieve targets - Customer-oriented with a positive attitude and professional personality - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Fluent in English (written and spoken) - Comfortable working with CRM systems and digital tools - Ability to handle objections and engage in consultative selling - Fresh graduates with strong passion for sales are welcome to apply - Candidates with prior exposure to the education or training industry, student recruitment, or advisory roles will have an advantage - Familiarity with digital marketing channels and experience engaging leads will be beneficial - Ability to communicate in additional languages (e.g. Mandarin) will be an advantage