Business Development Manager

Role overview

GM University is hiring a full-time Business Development Manager to work remotely. The position focuses on finding new growth avenues, strengthening connections with educational and corporate partners, and supporting the expansion of the university’s academic and professional offerings.

What you will do

• Spot opportunities that can support institutional growth and new partnerships.
• Build, nurture, and manage relationships with education and corporate stakeholders.
• Plan and execute business development initiatives and growth strategies.
• Carry out market research and use insights to guide expansion decisions.
• Oversee partnership activities and identify potential resource opportunities.
• Work closely with internal teams to keep goals aligned and support steady growth.

What we are looking for

• Hands-on background in business development, sales, and strategic planning.
• Excellent relationship-building and professional networking abilities.
• Comfort with market research and data analysis for decision-making.
• Capability to prepare strong presentations and run effective marketing campaigns.
• Good judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and spoken communication; public speaking is an added advantage.
• Self-driven approach with the discipline to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong time management and personal accountability.
• Exposure to the education sector, especially higher education, is preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related discipline is required; an MBA is a plus.