Business Development Manager / Director (Education Sector)

We are a mission-driven EdTech company scaling up in Singapore — and we’re looking for a Hunter to lead partnerships in the education space.

As we grow across Singapore, we're looking for a driven Business Development professional with a strong hunter mindset — someone who opens doors and builds strategic partnerships that matter.

The Opportunity

This role is for experienced Business Development professionals passionate about the education sector.
You’ll lead outreach and partnership-building efforts across Singapore’s education ecosystem.
Candidates with deeper experience may be considered for a Director-level appointment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow new business opportunities in Singapore’s education sector
• Lead prospecting, cold outreach, lead generation, and pitching
• Build and manage partnerships with schools, institutions, and education organisations
• Achieve sales targets and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Represent the company at education events and networking activities
• Collaborate with internal teams to tailor solutions to client needs

You Are Someone Who...

• Enjoys cold outreach and thrives on opening new doors
• Takes full ownership of the sales cycle — from first touch to close
• Moves fast, follows up relentlessly, and enjoys chasing targets
• Understands how decision-making works in education institutions

Requirements

• 2 to 3 years of business development experience in the education sector
• Strong ability to initiate new partnerships and close deals independently
• Familiar with Singapore’s education landscape and stakeholder decision cycles
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for sales tracking and reporting
• Experience with CRM tools such as Salesforce or HubSpot is an advantage
• Degree in Business, Marketing, Education, or related field preferred

Other Details

• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• Reporting Line: Reports to Director of Growth & Partnerships

What We Offer

• Be part of a mission-driven EdTech company
• Entrepreneurial and supportive team culture
• Opportunities for performance-based career growth
• Competitive salary and incentive structure

How to Apply

This is a full-time, direct-hire role with a mission-driven EdTech company based in Singapore.
First Konnection is supporting the recruitment process. There are no agency fees, no salary deductions, and no third-party cuts — candidates hired will be employed directly by the company .

If you have a proven track record in building partnerships within the education sector and are ready to grow with a fast-paced, impact-driven team, we welcome your application.

Submit your resume via MyCareersFuture. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EA Registration No.: R23111820 (Ben Chang)
EA Licence No.: 22C1307 (First Konnection Pte. Ltd.)

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