State Business Development Lead – Education & Government Projects

Role Overview
We are looking for a results-driven Business Development Lead to drive business growth and market expansion across an assigned state. The role carries full accountability for business development, client relationship management, and revenue generation at the state level, requiring a deep understanding of the education sector, government policies, and market trends.

Responsibilities

Drive overall business growth and market expansion for the assigned state
Develop and implement strategies to achieve billing and order booking targets
Monitor government schemes, policies, and budgets relevant to the education and training sector to identify business opportunities
Build and maintain strong relationships with key government officials, policymakers, and corporate stakeholders
Support and review execution and monitoring of ongoing projects in the state
Provide detailed business reports, market insights, and strategic recommendations to central leadership
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and high-level government and business meetings

Qualifications

Postgraduate preferred (MBA or equivalent is a plus)
6-12 years of experience in business development or sales
Prior experience in the education sector, government projects, or IT solutions preferred
Strong understanding of government procurement processes

Candidate Profile

Strong leadership and decision-making ability at a state leadership level
Excellent networking and relationship-building skills with government officials and key stakeholders
Strong public speaking, proposal drafting, and presentation skills
Willingness to travel extensively across the state, sometimes on short notice

Keywords (internal tagging):

Business Development – Education Sector
Government Liaison / Policy Engagement
State-Level Revenue Generation
Client Relationship Management
Education/Training Sector Sales

State Business Development Lead - Education & Government Projects

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