Sr. Busines Development Manager

A senior partner manager responsible for managing, nurturing, and growing a portfolio of recruitment partners (RPs). This role is accountable for leading relationship management, enrollment delivery, and increasing RP engagement and wallet share through personalized support, training, and data-driven performance conversations. As a senior member of the team, this role helps guide and mentor more junior team members.

Serve as a senior ambassador for ApplyBoard, showcasing our mission and value to educational agents, international institutions, and prospective students.

Lead the development and implementation of high-impact, scalable recruitment strategies to increase international student enrollment and expand ApplyBoard’s network.

Cultivate and deepen strategic relationships with top-tier agents and educational partners, negotiating key agreements and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships.

Represent ApplyBoard at major international education conferences and events, delivering compelling presentations to bolster ApplyBoard’s brand and influence in target markets.

Establish and maintain high standards for agent training and development, ensuring consistent quality in the student recruitment process.

Act as a primary point of escalation for complex issues, employing strong problem-solving skills to deliver effective solutions.

Lead data-driven analysis of recruitment activities, identifying opportunities for growth, optimization, and enhanced market penetration.

Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives, analyzing recruitment trends and market research to inform strategic planning.

Mentor and support agents in developing their recruitment capabilities, enhancing their ability to drive student enrollment while upholding ApplyBoard’s mission and standards.

Contribute to cross-functional projects that amplify ApplyBoard’s international presence and facilitate more students’ access to quality education.