Academia Sales Manager – University & College Partnerships

Staffanchor Talent Solutions

  • India
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
About the RoleStaffAnchor is hiring for a fast-growing US-based cybersecurity company expanding its India operations. We are looking for an energetic and driven Institutional Sales Manager to build strategic partnerships with universities, colleges, and higher education institutions across India.The goal is to drive academic collaborations for cybersecurity programs, certifications, and SaaS platform adoption.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify, reach out to, and onboard universities, colleges, and other academic institutions for long-term partnerships.
Pitch cybersecurity training programs, digital tools, and certification offerings aligned with academic needs.
Build strong relationships with Vice-Chancellors, Directors, Deans, and Training & Placement Officers (TPOs).
Represent the company at education fairs, academic conclaves, and institutional meetings.
Develop proposals, MoUs, and partnership models customized to institutional requirements.
Collaborate with internal teams (product, marketing, tech) to deliver end-to-end partnership execution.
Track partnership metrics, student sign-ups, and feedback for continuous improvement.Key Requirements3–8 years of experience in institutional sales, B2B EdTech, or academic partnership roles.
Strong network within higher education ecosystems – universities, colleges, and technical institutions.
Prior experience pitching EdTech, certification programs, or SaaS platforms to educational institutions.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently and travel as needed.
Passion for education and technology is a big plus.Why Join?Be part of a global cybersecurity brand building academic partnerships in India.
Opportunity to drive real impact in the education and skilling space.
High flexibility and autonomy in a remote-friendly work environment.
Competitive compensation with growth opportunities in a future-ready sector.

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