Business Development Manager – International Student Recruitment

Global University Systems

Business Development Manager focusing on international student recruitment for Global University Systems. Overseeing recruitment activities and collaborating with directors on B2B strategies.

Posted 7/25/2026contractRemote • 🇬🇭 GhanaEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in international student recruitment, business development, and account management within higher education. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with agencies and stakeholders while implementing effective marketing strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

International Student RecruitmentB2B Channel DevelopmentAgency Network ManagementClient Relationship DevelopmentMarket Research and Analysis

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Hard Skills

Business DevelopmentAccount ManagementRevenue GenerationStrategic PlanningClient Research

Soft Skills

MotivationPresentation SkillsCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationEducation AgentsMarketing EventsIndustry TrendsStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Business Development Manager for International Student Recruitment will oversee all student recruitment activities, business development activities, account management, and marketing events for B2B channels across the country or region you will manage.
You will collaborate with Company Directors to develop B2B channels and implement marketing and sales strategies to promote international student recruitment for GUS.
You will be representing one of our universities or colleges located in either Europe, North America, or Asia.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You will have experience in international student recruitment for higher education.
You have an established and relevant agency network and solid relationships with key stakeholders within these agencies.
A solid understanding of industry trends is essential to inform the group’s strategic planning and forecasting.
You will have developed and trained education agents on how to promote the brand you represent.
You will have experience sourcing agents from fairs, business trips, enquiries, referrals, and general searches in line with business development responsibilities.
You will have experience generating new revenue from existing streams and accounts, as well as identifying new opportunities.
You will have a proven track record of assisting in identifying, supporting, and developing potential business partners and growing existing client relationships.
You will have experience performing client research, including (but not limited to) meeting and engaging with key players in the industry.
You will be a highly motivated individual who strives for success in all areas.
You are confident in delivering workshops and presentations, hosting conferences, and being in front of the camera.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities