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ApplyBoard is a platform that simplifies the study abroad application process by connecting international students, advisors, and educational institutions. This role is instrumental in driving company growth by promoting the platform to recruitment partners and fostering strategic relationships.
As a Senior Partner Acquisition Representative, you will serve as an individual contributor focused on increasing recruitment partner sign-ups and building sustainable, long-term partnerships. You will act as a brand advocate for ApplyBoard, representing the platform and its services to potential and existing recruitment partner prospects.
Key responsibilities include:
- Proactively engage with recruitment partners through cold calls, emails, WhatsApp, and LinkedIn to build robust relationships
- Research and source local international student agents and agencies to expand recruitment networks
- Identify and assess specific client needs, providing tailored solutions demonstrating how ApplyBoard addresses their challenges
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing recruitment partners
- Continuously seek out and develop new business opportunities within the local market
- Schedule and conduct meetings or calls to guide recruitment partners through the sign-up process
- Provide regular updates on activities, leads, and pipeline status to the Sales Manager or Director
You will work in a competitive, goal-oriented environment where you thrive as an individual contributor while maintaining high performance standards.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in business development, sales, or partnerships (preference for recruitment, education, or student agency sectors)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to clearly articulate ApplyBoard's value proposition
- Proven ability to thrive in competitive, goal-oriented environments
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, adept at engaging with agency owners and recruitment agents
- Coachable and eager for feedback, demonstrating commitment to personal and professional growth
- Ambitious and resilient, with capacity to adapt to and overcome challenges in fast-paced environments
- Highly organized, process-driven, capable of managing multiple priorities
- Comfortable leading conversations with senior stakeholders with professionalism and confidence
- Ability to think on your feet and adjust strategies quickly in dynamic market environments
- Proficiency in Salesforce CRM and SalesCloud or similar platforms is an asset
