Business Development Manager (Academy) - Geylang - ref. d31386903

About the Role

We're seeking a results-driven and strategic Business Development Manager to lead revenue generation across our Academy division. This role is responsible for overseeing daily sales operations, managing performance across multiple verticals (inbound, outreach, B2B), and ensuring all activities align with SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) regulatory requirements.

You’ll mentor and guide new sales hires, provide clarity on government grant policies, and spearhead efforts to meet and exceed team sales targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive sales performance across inbound, outreach, and corporate channels
• Set and track sales targets, pipelines, and conversion metrics for the team
• Analyze trends and make data-driven decisions to boost revenue

• Lead, coach, and manage newly onboarded sales staff
• Conduct structured onboarding to align with SSG guidelines and internal SOPs
• Reinforce compliance knowledge and grant-related policies

• Ensure all sales activities meet grant and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with internal compliance and training teams to uphold audit readiness
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure consistent data hygiene

• Coordinate daily sales operations and scheduling for events and outreach
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, HR, and partnerships to support campaigns
• Present performance insights to leadership through regular reporting

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Sales, or related field
• Minimum 5 years in business development, sales team leadership, or client-facing roles
• Prior experience leading sales or business development teams is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with SSG, WSQ frameworks, and government grant schemes is a plus
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, analytical, and passionate about developing high-performing teams

• Lead a sales-focused team in a growing training and edtech company
• Make measurable impact in a high-reward environment
• Enjoy autonomy, performance incentives, and opportunities to grow in leadership