Business Development Executive/Student Recruitement Officer

Smart Move Education Group is a British Council–certified student recruitment consultancy with offices in London, Birmingham, and Manchester. Dedicated to assisting students in finding the right university or course in the UK, the organization provides free, expert guidance throughout the application process. Services include personalized course and university selection, document preparation, and scholarship advice. Recognized for excellence, Smart Move Education Group is a UCAS Registered Centre and won the Student Recruitment Consultancy of the Year 2024 at the HR & Employment Awards.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Business Development Executive/Student Recruitement Officer based in the London Area, United Kingdom. The Business Development Manager will oversee client accounts, building and maintaining strong relationships with students, universities, and stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing the end-to-end university application process, providing consultation services, monitoring account progress, and ensuring all client needs are addressed efficiently. Additionally, the Business Development Manager will facilitate outreach activities and represent the company in student recruitment events.

Qualifications

• Client management and relationship-building skills
• Strong communication and consultation abilities
• Organizational and multitasking skills to handle multiple client accounts
• Knowledge of university admissions processes and scholarship programs
• Experience in preparing and reviewing documents, such as personal statements
• Proficiency in data entry and account monitoring
• Public speaking or presentation skills for event participation
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; experience in the education sector is an advantage

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or international student recruitment
• Strong understanding of the UK higher education market (preferred)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to build long-term professional relationships
• Target-driven mindset with strong commercial awareness
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus)

What We Offer

• Attractive commission structure
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Exposure to international education markets
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to travel for business development activities

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