<h2 class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify">Who We Are</h2> As Singapore's first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment. We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers. Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society. For more information on Singapore University of Social Sciences, please visit <a href="http://www.suss.edu.sg" style="color:#0563c1;text-decoration:underline">www.suss.edu.sg</a> <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">About The Job</H2> </div><div>The Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), an autonomous institute of the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), is at the forefront of building capabilities and offering continuing professional development for an effective, innovative and responsive Training and Adult Education (TAE) sector. We are looking for a Business Development Manager to support our Partnership & Market Development Division in expanding IAL’s market presence and building high-impact enterprise partnerships. You will play a key role in driving business growth by identifying opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and delivering solutions that meet enterprise and sectoral needs.</div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What You Will Be Doing</H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Drive business development and sales initiatives to grow IAL’s enterprise portfolio</li> <li>Build and manage relationships with corporate clients, partners, and ecosystem stakeholders</li> <li>Identify new market opportunities and support go-to-market strategies</li> <li>Lead consultative engagements with clients to understand needs and co-develop solutions</li> <li>Work with internal teams to translate client needs into programmes and offerings</li> <li>Grow and manage key accounts to ensure sustained partnerships and repeat engagements</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Requirements</H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Bachelor degree with 5-10 years of relevant working experience.</li> <li>Proven experience in business development, partnerships, or enterprise sales, with a strong track record of closing deals</li> <li>Experience in the education, training, consulting, or related sectors is preferred.</li> <li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders</li> <li>Demonstrated ability in consultative selling and solutioning</li> <li>Effective negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities</li> <li>Strong commercial acumen and understanding of market dynamics</li> <li>Ability to work across teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li> </ul> The successful appointee will be based in IAL Campus located at Lifelong Learning Institute next to Paya Lebar MRT station.</div></div></div><h2 class="MsoNoSpacing">What We Offer</h2> At SUSS, we advocate the Spirit of Learning and pride ourselves as lifelong learners. You will gain access to various learning platforms and plenty of development opportunities to support your growth in a meaningful career! Besides that, you will also get: <ul> <li class="MsoNoSpacing">Competitive Pay Package</li> <li class="MsoNoSpacing">Hybrid Work Arrangement (Subject to Job Role)</li> <li class="MsoNoSpacing">Medical Benefits</li> <li class="MsoNoSpacing">Flex Benefits</li> <li class="MsoNoSpacing">Family Care Leaves</li> <li class="MsoNoSpacing">Volunteer Service Leaves</li> <li class="MsoNoSpacing">Wellness & Recreation Activities</li> <li class="MsoNoSpacing">Lifelong Learning Opportunities</li> <li class="MsoNoSpacing">Career Development Opportunities through Internal Job Postings and Transfers</li> </ul>

Manager, Business Development (SG) @ Singapore University of Social Sciences

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