Company Description Surely Placed is a specialized career support organization focused on helping international students navigate the challenging US job market. The team has created a structured, step-by-step job search system that has helped over 300 students secure interviews and roles across tech, data, product, analytics, supply chain, and related fields. Services cover resume optimization, LinkedIn enhancement, interview preparation, job search strategy, networking, and ongoing 1:1 mentorship tailored to F1, OPT, STEM, and other international candidates.

Clients have landed opportunities at Big Tech companies, high-growth startups, and mid-size tech firms, often seeing interview results within days.

Surely

Placed is led by professionals who have personally navigated the journey from India to the US and into major tech roles, offering practical guidance grounded in lived experience.

Role Description The Business Development Executive will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, generating qualified leads, and building strong relationships with universities, training partners, and other stakeholders who serve international students. This full-time, in office role in Gandhinagar involves managing the end-to-end sales cycle, including prospecting, outreach, presentations, proposals, and follow-ups to convert leads into long-term partners. The person in this role will conduct market research, maintain a healthy sales pipeline,



and collaborate with the internal team to align offerings with partner needs.

Daily responsibilities will include maintaining CRM records, preparing accurate reports and forecasts, coordinating with marketing for campaigns, and ensuring a high-quality experience for partners and prospective clients. The role also requires ongoing communication with prospects, handling inquiries, and representing Surely Placed professionally at meetings, events, and online sessions.

Qualifications

- Candidates should possess strong skills in New Business Development and Lead Generation to identify, qualify, and convert opportunities.
- Candidates should possess solid Business and Account Management skills to manage relationships, negotiate agreements, and drive sustainable growth.
- Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills, including clear spoken and written communication, presentation abilities, and active listening.
- Candidates should ideally have experience in EdTech, career services, recruitment, or related domains, with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Candidates should have strong organizational and analytical skills, comfort working with CRM tools, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- A bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred, along with a demonstrated interest in supporting international students and global talent.

📌 Business Development Executive (Gandhinagar)
🏢 Surely Placed
📍 Gandhinagar