Bdm - Education Program Counselor

**Company Description**
At **Leapstart**, we are redefining engineering education for the 21st century. Our mission is to bridge the disconnect between traditional academic instruction and the dynamic needs of the tech industry. Through a forward-thinking, hands-on curriculum in **AI, Data Science, Machine Learning, and Software Development**, we equip students with real-world skills that go far beyond textbooks.

Our approach isn’t just about technical know-how, it’s about building well-rounded, future-ready professionals. We instill values like discipline, global awareness, and business acumen, and encourage entrepreneurship, empowering our students to become not just job seekers, but job creators and future leaders in technology and business.

If you’re passionate about education, innovation, and making a measurable impact in students’ lives, we invite you to be part of this transformative journey.

**Role Overview**
We are looking for a passionate and results-driven **Education Program Counselor - BDM** to join our growing team in Hyderabad. This is a strategic, student-facing role that combines **educational guidance, business development, and relationship management**.

In this role, you will serve as a **trusted advisor for aspiring engineering students**, helping them make informed decisions about their academic and career journeys. You will also drive enrollment growth, develop outreach strategies, and build strong relationships with students, parents, and institutional partners.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Conduct personalized one-on-one counseling sessions with students and parents to assess academic goals and recommend suitable programs.
- Lead and execute business development initiatives including outreach, student engagement, and partnerships.
- Drive lead generation, follow-up, and conversion via networking, events, and digital platforms.
- Collaborate with marketing, admissions, and academic teams to ensure seamless program delivery and communication.
- Represent Leapstart at education fairs, webinars, campus drives, and promotional events.
- Maintain accurate records of student interactions and lead pipelines using CRM tools.
- Stay updated on education trends, industry shifts, and competitor offerings.
- Provide career counseling support aligned with student learning goals.
- Willingness to travel as required for meetings and events.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in educational counseling, academic advising, or business development (preferably in EdTech or higher education).
- Proven expertise in lead generation, student engagement, and program promotion.
- Strong communication skills—verbal and written—with high emotional intelligence.
- Proficient in CRM tools like Zoho or Salesforce.
- Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
- Passion for education innovation and entrepreneurial mindset is a plus.
- Based in or willing to relocate to Hyderabad; open to travel.

**Location**: Hyderabad
**Salary Range**: ₹4,50,000 - ₹5,50,000 LPA

**Why Join Leapstart?**
- Be part of a mission-driven organization transforming engineering education.
- Work in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment where your voice matters.
- See the direct impact of your work on students’ lives.
- Collaborate with passionate educators, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs.
- Enjoy opportunities for continuous learning, development, and career growth.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹450,000.00 - ₹550,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Morning shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Nanakramguda, Hyderabad, Telangana: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Do you have experience in Sales/Counseling/Career Guidance within the Education or EdTech sector? If yes, how many years?

**"Do you have experience in Sales, Counseling, or Career Guidance within the Education or EdTech sector? If yes, how many years?"**
within the Education/Training sector? If yes, how many years?
- What kind of job and Title are you looking for?
- What's your expected salary ?

**Experience**:

- Sales: 3 years (required)

**Language**:

- Telugu(Fluent), English(Fluent), HIndi(pref) (required)

Work Location: In person