Senior Business Development Manager

Job Description

Job DescriptionBusiness Development Manager – Europe & UK Student Recruitment

Company: Star Education and Migration Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Putalisadak, Kathmandu, Nepal
Employment Type: Full-TimeAbout the Company
Star Education and Migration Pvt. Ltd. is one of Nepal's leading education consultancies specializing in higher education opportunities across Europe and the United Kingdom. We are committed to providing ethical counselling, transparent services, and comprehensive support throughout the student admission and visa process.Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and results-driven Business Development Manager with extensive expertise in European and UK student recruitment and visa processing. The ideal candidate will lead business expansion initiatives, establish strategic partnerships with universities, drive student recruitment targets, and manage a high-performing counselling team while ensuring exceptional service standards.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development

• Develop and implement strategic business plans to increase student recruitment for Europe and the UK.
• Identify new market opportunities and establish partnerships with universities, colleges, schools, and educational institutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with international university representatives.
• Negotiate agency agreements and scholarship opportunities with partner institutions.
• Represent the company at education fairs, seminars, exhibitions, webinars, and networking events.
  

Student Recruitment & Counselling

• Provide expert counselling for students interested in studying in Europe and the UK.
• Guide students in selecting suitable universities, courses, and career pathways.
• Advise students on admission requirements, visa regulations, scholarships, and financial documentation.
• Monitor applications from enquiry through to visa approval and enrolment.
• Ensure students receive accurate, ethical, and up-to-date information.
  

Visa & Documentation Expertise

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of UK and European student visa procedures.
• Review financial documents, Statements of Purpose (SOPs), Genuine Student requirements, and supporting documents.
• Ensure all applications comply with current immigration policies and university requirements.
• Stay updated with changing visa regulations, embassy requirements, and university policies.
  

Team Leadership

• Lead, train, mentor, and motivate education counsellors and documentation officers.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and coaching sessions.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for counselling and documentation.
• Ensure high productivity and service quality across the department.
  

Marketing & Business Growth

• Collaborate with the marketing team to plan promotional campaigns.
• Organize seminars, school visits, webinars, and student engagement events.
• Develop strategies to increase enquiries and conversion rates.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to strengthen business growth.
  

Relationship Management

• Maintain strong communication with partner universities and recruitment officers.
• Coordinate university visits and training sessions.
• Resolve student and university concerns professionally.
• Ensure excellent client satisfaction and long-term relationships.
  

Reporting & Administration

• Prepare weekly and monthly performance reports.
• Monitor recruitment targets, conversion rates, and visa success rates.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and student databases.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and international education standards.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Education, or a related field.
• Master's degree is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in education consultancy, with a strong focus on Europe and UK student recruitment.
• Proven track record of achieving recruitment and business development targets.
  

Required Skills

• Expert knowledge of UK and European admissions and student visa procedures.
• Strong understanding of embassy documentation and financial requirements.
• Excellent counselling, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal English communication.
• Leadership and team management experience.
• Strong business development and partnership-building abilities.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of monthly and annual student recruitment targets.
• Number of successful admissions and visa approvals.
• Student enquiry-to-enrolment conversion rate.
• Business partnerships established and maintained.
• Team performance and productivity.
• Student satisfaction and feedback scores.
• Revenue growth from Europe and UK markets.
• Compliance with visa and documentation standards.
  

Personal Attributes

• Professional and ethical.
• Self-motivated and target-oriented.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Positive attitude with a customer-first approach.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing immigration and education policies.
• Passion for helping students achieve their international education goals.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Professional development and international training opportunities.
• Career growth within the organization.
• Paid annual leave and public holidays.
• Opportunity to participate in international university visits and recruitment events.
  

Why Join Star Education and Migration?
At Star Education and Migration, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to transforming students' futures through international education. We value professionalism, innovation, integrity, and continuous learning, offering an exciting environment where your expertise can make a lasting impact.