Manager Strategic Partnerships

About Nxtwave:

NxtWave is founded by Rahul Attuluri (Ex-Amazon, IIIT Hyderabad), Sashank Reddy (IIT Bombay), and Anupam Pedarla (IIT Kharagpur). In February 2023, NxtWave raised ₹275 crore led by Greater Pacific Capital, a leading international private equity firm . The startup is also backed by Orios Ventures, Better Capital, and marquee angels, including founders of some of India's unicorns.

NxtWave is one of India's fastest-growing Ed-Tech startups , revolutionizing the 21st-century job market by transforming youth into highly skilled tech professionals irrespective of their educational background with its CCBP 4.0 programs.

As an official partner for NSDC under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India, and recognized by NASSCOM, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and Startup India, NxtWave has earned a reputation for excellence. The startup has received accolades such as 'The Greatest Brand in Education' in a research-based listing by URS Media, a leading international media house. NxtWave has also been honored with the "Startup Spotlight Award 2023" by T-Hub on its 8th Foundation Day.

Recently, NxtWave's founders, Anupam Pedarla and Sashank Gujjula, were honored in the 2024 Forbes India 30 Under 30 for their exceptional contribution to transforming the tech education landscape in India.

The edtech brand eliminates the entry barrier to learning tech skills by offering vernacular content and interactive learning. Learning in one's mother tongue helps achieve higher comprehension, deeper attention, longer retention, and greater outcomes.

Presently, NxtWave has paid subscribers from 647+ districts across India. In just 2.5 years, CCBP 4.0 learners have been hired by 2000+ companies , including Google, Amazon, Nvidia, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Deloitte, and more.

Know more about NxtWave:

• Our LinkedIn page: Link
• Next wave of opportunities with 1700+ companies - Link
• 33M funding news - Link
• Youtube Channel - Link
• Impact Stores on LinkedIn - Link

Read more about us in the news - Economic Times | CNBC | Yourstory | VCCircle

About the Role: Job Title: Strategic Partnerships Manager

NxtWave is looking for a dynamic and proactive B2B Manager to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for developing strategic collaborations with key stakeholders across academia, industry, and government sectors, as well as onboarding and nurturing relationships with professionals to enrich our content and educational offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, reach out to, and onboard industry partners for internships, workshops, expert talks, and other collaborations.
• Develop compelling presentations and proposals that communicate the value propositions of NxtWave's products and offerings to potential partners.
• Coordinate with internal teams and university stakeholders to execute partnership programs and ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain relationships with existing partners, ensuring they see value and impact from their engagement with NxtWave.
• Track, report, and optimize the impact of partnerships on student learning, placement opportunities, and brand building.
• Support the planning and execution of industry events, hiring drives, hackathons, or expert sessions on-campus and virtually.
• Help build and scale NxtWave's brand as the go-to partner for industry collaboration in tech upskilling.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of B2B dynamics and partnership ecosystems across academia, industry, and government.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and persuasive messages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, GSuite, and leveraging Generative AI tools to create professional and visually compelling proposals.
• Ability to manage multiple partnerships simultaneously, with strong organizational and time-management skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Go-getter Attitude: Motivated, energetic, and proactive, with a strong sense of initiative.
• Ownership: Ability to take full responsibility for projects and partnerships, delivering quality results.
• Presence & Professionalism: Excellent presentation skills, including body language, dressing, and demeanor that reflect professionalism in client meetings and events.

Perks & Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a rapidly growing edtech company, shaping the future of education.
• Exposure to high-level stakeholders in academia, industry, and government sectors.
• Growth and development opportunities through management training programs.
• Work Location: Hyderabad.
• Please Note: Candidates must be willing to travel to other NIAT Campuses across India whenever required.

Working days : 6-day working with alternate Saturdays off (1st and 3rd Saturdays are non-working)