Business Development Associate

Company: CRCC Asia Location: UK RemoteWebsite: https://www.crccasia.comPosition: Business Development AssociateStart Date: ASAPSchedule: Full-time, 9:30 to 18:00, Monday to FridayCOMPANY OVERVIEW CRCC Asia is an international education organisation that facilitates international professional development programs in over 5 cities across 6 countries globally, including China, South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, and India. CRCC Asia has been in operation for 18 years, partnering with over 65 universities and governmental bodies globally, and has sent more than 10,000 students abroad through its award-winning internship programs. Our internship programs take place across a variety of dynamic sectors, including business, finance, engineering, law, and much more.JOB SUMMARYThe Business Development Associate will be responsible for growing CRCC Asia\’s network of partner host companies and supporting them as they host our participants. Our Business Development team focuses on three main areas: Lead Generation, Lead Nurturing, and Client Management. The position will work collaboratively with our regional and global teams to strengthen existing partnerships as well as establish new relationships.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead GenerationSupport the development of an email outreach campaign targeting suitable potential Host CompaniesEstablish new Host Company leads through referrals with existing Host organisations, and build partnerships with key companies through establishing a sustainable email marketing campaignUse mailshots, social media, and events to innovatively outreach to potential Host CompaniesLead Nurturing and DevelopmentManage a portfolio of existing host companies in preparation for the annual relaunch of our international internship programsDevelop, conduct, and evaluate campaigns to initiate contact with new Host Companies in operating locationsKeep Host Companies up to date with our programs and relevant informationAssess Host Companies (with the support of our on-the-ground teams) to check they are in line with H&S protocols and suitable for our programsClient ManagementResponsible for evaluating participants’ profiles and effectively ‘matching’ them to a suitable Host CompanyEngage with participants to establish specific needs, requirements, and opportunities available in our programsAssist the Program Management Team with participants\’ welfare if issues arise in the workplaceAssist with the Host Company documentation needed for participants’ visasKeep information up to date in our CRM systemAs needed, particularly during peak seasons, you may be asked to assist the Program Management team with program events, such as airport pickup, induction support, and event coordination. This is an opportunity to gain firsthand insights into our program from a student-facing perspective.EXPERIENCES / QUALIFICATIONS1-3 years of business development-related experience in a similar sectorActive listening skills and effective written communication, particularly in professional email and online correspondence.Fluency in English is a mustExperience in higher education and/or international educationOrganisation and project management skillsData management or previous use of a CRM systemBENEFITSCompetitive salary25 days of annual leave + national holidaysAnnual leave on your birthdayProfessional Development, Wellness budget, and moreOpportunity to work with ambitious, entrepreneurial colleagues interested in international education, travel, and/or study abroad.HOW TO APPLY:Send your application to joinus@crccasia.com with the subject line: [Business Development Associate – UK remote] – APPLICATION