Business Development Manager

Job description

ApplyBoard simplifies the study abroad application process by connecting international students, international student advisors, and educational institutions on one personalized platform. For more than a decade, ApplyBoard's team members have been dedicated to breaking down barriers to international education, while thriving at a company that invests in their career growth. Our six core values guide us in our mission to educate the world, and are the foundation of our company culture. As an organization built on diversity, our team members are representative of the students we support. The Opportunity: We are looking for an energetic and determined Business Development Manager to help drive growth for our recruitment partner ecosystem. You’ll own and nurture a diverse portfolio of recruitment partners (RPs), serving as their strategic advocate and trusted advisor. From onboarding to expansion, you’ll lead relationship management, ensure enrollment delivery, and boost RP engagement and wallet share through highly personalized support, targeted training, and data-driven performance conversations. Expect high-impact collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Product in a fast-paced, autonomous environment, and tangible wins as you turn partnerships into scalable revenue engines. What You’ll Be Doing Every Day: 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 international education. Our global team leverages cutting-edge technology to build innovative tools and share sector insights that support our network of international students and 1,500+ partner institutions. We've helped more than 1,300,000 students from over 180 countries with their study abroad journey so far, and we're just getting started. Ready to join us? We're grateful for your interest in joining the ApplyBoard team. However, only select applicants will be contacted for an interview. We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the hiring process, potentially while reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing applicant responses. These tools don't replace human judgment, and final hiring decisions are made by our team members. If you'd like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. ApplyBoard welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.