Education Business Development Officer

About the role

The Education Business Development Officer role involves developing and maintaining relationships with local private schools, international schools, education institutions, training organisations and strategic partners in Hong Kong. You will identify new business opportunities and develop potential education, study pathway and career-related partnership projects.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with local private schools, international schools, education institutions, training organisations and strategic partners in Hong Kong
• Identify new business opportunities and develop potential education, study pathway and career-related partnership projects
• Proactively contact prospective partners through phone calls, emails, meetings, school visits and networking activities
• Introduce and promote COMPASS EDUCATION's education services and cooperation programmes to schools, institutions and business partners
• Conduct business presentations, partnership discussions and commercial negotiations with prospective partners
• Assist in preparing business proposals, quotations, service agreements, partnership agreements and presentation materials
• Coordinate with internal education, administration, marketing and operations teams to ensure smooth implementation of confirmed projects
• Follow up on partnership leads, enquiries and ongoing cooperation projects to maintain long-term business relationships
• Maintain accurate records of business leads, partner contacts, meeting notes and project progress through the company's CRM / management system
• Conduct basic market research on education trends, competitors, schools and potential partnership opportunities

About you

• Diploma, Associate Degree, DSE or above; candidates with qualifications in Business, Marketing, Education or related disciplines will be an advantage
• Around 3 years of experience in business development, sales, education consulting, student recruitment or customer relationship management is preferred
• Experience in the education, training, immigration, study-abroad or professional services sector will be an advantage
• Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Confident in communicating with schools, education institutions, corporate partners and clients
• Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently while collaborating with a small team
• Good follow-up skills with a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
• Proficient in Cantonese and Mandarin, with working knowledge of English
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office / Google Workspace; experience with CRM or project management systems is an advantage
• Fresh graduates with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in education business development may also be considered

Benefits

• 5-day work week
• Paid annual leave and statutory holidays
• Professional training and development opportunities
• Exposure to Hong Kong and cross-border education projects
• Opportunities to build networks with schools, education institutions and professional organisations
• Career development opportunities within the education and business development field
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

About us

COMPASS EDUCATION is a leading Hong Kong-based education and career consultancy dedicated to guiding students through progressive academic pathways. We serve as a warm, reliable, and result-oriented platform that simplifies the complex journey of studying and working abroad, connecting our clients to infinite possibilities.