Business Development Director – Education

A leading organisation in the education sector is seeking a Business Development Director to drive commercial success for custom B2B programmes in Bangkok. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for you to shape the future of educational partnerships, leveraging your expertise in business development and stakeholder management.

Business Development Director – Education

Salary: 150000-250000

Location: Bangkok

A leading organisation in the education sector is seeking a Business Development Director to drive commercial success for custom B2B programmes in Bangkok. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for you to shape the future of educational partnerships, leveraging your expertise in business development and stakeholder management. With a focus on collaboration across regional teams and a commitment to nurturing relationships with senior stakeholders, this position promises both professional growth and meaningful impact. The organisation values inclusivity, flexibility, and ongoing training, ensuring you are supported every step of the way. If you are fluent in English and passionate about connecting businesses with tailored educational solutions, this is your chance to join a team that truly values your interpersonal skills and dedication.

• Take ownership of commercial strategy for bespoke B2B education programmes, driving revenue growth and expanding market reach through collaborative efforts.
• Work closely with regional teams to ensure seamless delivery of custom solutions, fostering a supportive environment where knowledge sharing and teamwork are prioritised.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, demonstrating empathy, trustworthiness, and dependability while representing the organisation’s values.

What you'll do:

As Business Development Director – Education, you will be at the forefront of shaping commercial strategies for custom B2B programmes. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating closely with regional teams to design tailored solutions that meet client needs. You will engage deeply with senior stakeholders, building trust through empathetic relationship management. Success in this role requires a commitment to nurturing partnerships, supporting colleagues, and sharing knowledge generously. You will lead negotiations for complex contracts, manage the sales process from start to finish, and provide ongoing support to clients. By monitoring industry trends and contributing to marketing initiatives, you will help position the organisation as a dependable leader in educational innovation. Your ability to act responsively and ethically will ensure lasting connections that benefit both clients and your team.

• Develop and execute comprehensive commercial strategies for custom B2B education programmes, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and market demands.
• Collaborate extensively with regional colleagues to co-create innovative solutions that address client needs and promote shared success.
• Identify new business opportunities within the education sector by nurturing existing relationships and establishing connections with potential partners.
• Lead negotiations for complex contracts, always acting with honesty, sensitivity, and consideration for all parties involved.
• Manage the end-to-end sales process for bespoke educational offerings, from initial enquiry through to successful delivery and ongoing support.
• Cultivate long-term partnerships by providing responsive service and maintaining open lines of communication with senior stakeholders.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions, sharing insights generously with your team.
• Support the development of marketing materials and proposals that reflect the organisation’s commitment to inclusive education and collaborative growth.
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant regulations and ethical standards, promoting trust and transparency throughout every interaction.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for Business Development Director – Education brings extensive experience in business development within B2B settings—preferably in education—and excels at managing relationships with senior stakeholders. Your fluency in English enables you to connect effectively across regions while your interpersonal skills create an atmosphere of trust and cooperation. You have demonstrated success developing commercial strategies that drive growth without compromising ethical standards or inclusivity. Your approach to negotiation is sensitive and considerate; you understand how to balance organisational goals with client needs. Experience working collaboratively across teams is vital as you will be expected to share knowledge generously while supporting colleagues. Familiarity with industry trends allows you to contribute valuable insights that inform strategic decisions. Above all, your commitment to transparency ensures every partnership is built on a foundation of trust.

• Fluency in English is essential for effective communication across diverse teams and international stakeholders.
• Proven track record of success in business development within the education sector or similar B2B environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing senior stakeholder relationships with empathy, trustworthiness, and responsiveness.
• Strong interpersonal skills that foster collaboration, understanding, and mutual respect among colleagues and clients alike.
• Ability to develop commercial strategies that align with organisational objectives while considering market dynamics.
• Experience negotiating complex contracts in a manner that is considerate of all parties’ interests.
• Comfortable working collaboratively across regional teams to deliver shared outcomes.
• Knowledge of industry trends within education or related sectors is highly desirable.
• Commitment to ethical practices, transparency, and compliance in all business dealings.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a leader in the education sector due to its unwavering commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and professional development. Employees enjoy flexible working opportunities designed to accommodate individual needs while fostering communal growth.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a difference in educational business development while enjoying flexible benefits and supportive leadership, this is your moment—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551