Company Description Industry Ready Academy is an education and training organization focused on bridging the gap between academic learning and industry expectations. Based in Bhubaneswar, the academy works with learners and professionals to build practical, job-ready skills aligned with current market needs. It partners with industry experts and employers to design programs that improve employability and growth opportunities.

Team members at Industry Ready Academy contribute to an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact on learners’ careers.

Role Description The Business Development Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Bhubaneswar. This role is responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners, educational institutions, and training clients, and promoting the academy’s programs and services. Day-to-day tasks include conducting market research, managing sales pipelines, preparing proposals, leading negotiations, and closing agreements that support growth targets.

The Business Development

Manager will collaborate with marketing and academic teams to align offerings with market demand, represent the academy at events and meetings, and provide regular reports and forecasts to leadership. The role also involves maintaining strong client satisfaction,



gathering feedback for program improvement, and contributing to strategic planning for expansion.

Qualifications

- Demonstrated experience in business development, sales, or account management, preferably in education, training, or related service industries.
- Strong skills in relationship building, stakeholder management, and client communication to develop long-term partnerships.
- Ability to conduct market research, analyze trends, and translate insights into actionable growth strategies.
- Proficiency in preparing presentations, proposals, and reports using standard productivity tools (e.g., MS Office, spreadsheets, presentation software).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
- Proven negotiation and closing skills, with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales or growth targets.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities, including managing multiple opportunities and priorities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Management, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
- Comfort working in an on-site, collaborative environment in Bhubaneswar and engaging with clients in person.
- Understanding of the local and regional education or training market is beneficial.

📌 Business Development Manager (Bhubaneswar)
🏢 Industry Ready Academy
📍 Bhubaneswar