Head of Sales - India
ApplyBoard
ApplyBoard simplifies the study abroad search, application, and acceptance process by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and educational institutions on one intuitive and personalized platform. ApplyBoard is a mission-driven, hyper-growth organization. It has been attracting dedicated individuals for more than eight years who are inspired every day to break down barriers to international education and take their careers to new heights at a company that will invest in their career growth. Our six core values are our compass in our mission to Educate the World and the foundation of our unique company culture. As an organization built on a foundation of diversity, it’s important that our team members are representative of the students from more than 150 countries that we support.
Reporting to the Chief Revenue Officer, the Head of Sales for India at ApplyBoard will be responsible for directing a team of recruitment leaders who oversee recruitment professionals. You will play a critical role in driving results, setting targets, and developing strategies to acquire new partners while expanding the wallet share of existing partners. Your leadership will be essential in ensuring the success and growth of our recruitment efforts across India.
What you will do:
Direct a team of recruitment leaders responsible for leading teams of recruitment professionals.
Provide inspirational and motivational leadership to drive employee engagement and high morale.
Coach leaders and individual representatives through phone work and prospecting help sessions to improve performance.
Set targets, performance plans, and rigorous objective standards for teams and representatives.
Meet with managers one-on-one weekly to review performance, progress, and targets.
Deliver performance reviews for each leader once per quarter.
Track team metrics and share them with the executive team.
Analyze results and develop plans to address performance gaps.
Develop go-to-market strategies to acquire new partners and expand the wallet share of existing partners.
Project and forecast student enrollment by market.
Collaborate with marketing executives to develop lead generation plans.
Drive and manage a scalable recruiting and account management process.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train new managers and international recruitment officers.
Hold regular skills training sessions with internal or external trainers.
Ensure CRM and other technology adoption according to standards.
Drive daily, weekly, and monthly activities necessary to achieve objectives and goals.
Maintain a deep understanding of customer needs and monitor their preferences.
Monitor competition, economic indicators, and industry trends.
What You Bring to the Table:
Proven experience in a senior sales leadership role, preferably within the education or recruitment sector.
Strong track record of driving results and meeting performance targets.
Excellent leadership and coaching skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement effective go-to-market strategies.
Proficient in CRM and other sales technology tools.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop action plans.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Why you’ll want to work here:
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Flexible work arrangements and the ability to work from anywhere.
Personal Spending Account (PSA) Program.
Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) for mental health and wellness support.
Company perks, including exclusive discounts and special pricing for memberships.
Milestone celebrations and recognition of achievements.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Professional development and growth opportunities.
About ApplyBoard
ApplyBoard empowers students around the world to access the best education. With more than 1,000,000 students from over 150 countries helped with their journey in less than a decade, we are just getting started.
ApplyBoard’s 1,200 global team members in 30 countries assist students and our 1,500 partner institutions by empowering the international student sector with innovative technology and insights. As a five-time consecutive Deloitte Fast 50 and Fast 500 ranked company, ApplyBoard is growing and scaling like few other companies. On top of our strong growth, our people are growing personally and professionally. ApplyBoard India was Great Place to Work® Institute (India) certified for outstanding employee experience and workplace culture.
Thank you for your interest in joining the ApplyBoard Team and being part of our mission to Educate the World. While we are lucky to attract a high level of interest in each of our roles, only qualified applicants will be contacted and selected for an interview.
ApplyBoard welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.