Business Development Team Lead

About the job Job Title: Business Development -Team Lead– Blitz Academy

Location: Kochi Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Preference: This position is open only to candidates from Kerala.

About the Role

Blitz Academy is looking for a dynamic and target-driven Business development Lead to manage and guide our team of Admission Counsellors. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills, a sales-driven mindset, and experience in achieving admissions/enrollment targets within the education or EdTech sector.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management

Lead, train, and motivate a team of Admission Counsellors to achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets. Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and ensure consistent improvement. Conduct daily team huddles, performance reviews, and goal-setting sessions. Support counsellors in handling tough leads and improving conversion ratios.

Sales & Admission Operations

Oversee end-to-end student admissions, from lead generation to conversion. Ensure counsellors maintain high-quality communication and follow their leads regularly. Review counsellors’ calls, CRM entries, and follow-up processes to maintain standards. Work closely with the marketing team to optimize lead flow and quality.

Target Achievement

Create and execute sales strategies to achieve individual and team targets. Track daily, weekly, and monthly admissions numbers and provide reports to management. Identify challenges in conversions and implement action plans for improvement.

Coordination & Process Management

Coordinate with academic, operations, and marketing teams for smooth student onboarding. Ensure counsellors provide accurate information regarding courses, fees, schedules, and career outcomes. Maintain CRM hygiene and ensure all leads are updated regularly.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline 4–6 years of experience in sales, academic counseling, or EdTech admissions. Minimum 1 year of experience leading a sales or counselling team. Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with targets in a fast-paced environment. Good understanding of CRM systems and counselling techniques How to Apply

Interested candidates can share their resume at: hrmanager@blitzacademy.org

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