Job Title : Student Recruitment Manager (B2B Sales)
Location : West Region
Department : Global Study Partner (GSP)
Reporting to : VP – India
About upGrad GSP
upGrad GSP , part of Asia’s largest integrated Learning, Skilling, and Workforce Development Company – upGrad , is a global agent aggregator platform driving international student recruitment. With over 800 partner institutions globally, we collaborate with a vast agent network to help students realize their global education dreams. After acquiring Australia's GSP, upGrad now owns 100% of the platform, expanding its impact across geographies.
Our mission is to revolutionize digital learning through industry-relevant education in partnership with top Indian and global universities. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone brings their authentic self to work.
Position Overview
We are currently seeking an experienced and driven International Recruitment Manager (Regional Manager – West) to spearhead our recruitment strategy in West India . The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in B2B sales within EdTech or education consulting , a robust agent network, and hands-on experience leading high-performing teams to exceed recruitment targets.
This role demands strategic leadership, deep understanding of the international education ecosystem, and a relentless focus on delivering growth and building market leadership across the region.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute student recruitment strategies across West India in line with upGrad GSP's national goals.
- Collaborate with the VP – India to define quarterly / annual plans aligned with business priorities.
2. Agent Relationship Management
Manage and grow a strong portfolio of recruitment agents and partners to drive B2B student enrolments.Conduct regular agent visits, trainings, and performance reviews to optimize outcomes.3. Team Leadership
Lead and mentor a team of Business Development Managers (BDMs) across West India.Monitor individual and team performance to ensure consistent achievement of enrolment targets.4. Recruitment & Conversion Optimization
Collaborate with admissions and conversion teams to improve the quality and speed of the application pipeline.Ensure competitive requirements are communicated effectively to all stakeholders.5. Strategic Partnerships & Market Expansion
Establish and nurture market-leading relationships with agents and partners to expand presence and drive growth in the region.Identify emerging opportunities and work with internal teams to capitalize on them.6. Marketing & Campaign Alignment
Work with the marketing team to tailor outreach strategies and ensure timely deployment of region-specific campaigns.Support events, webinars, and partner promotions to increase student engagement and conversion.7. Compliance & Quality Standards
Stay informed on global admissions criteria and visa guidelines to ensure compliant and ethical recruitment practices.Promote high-quality counselling and ethical standards in all agent interactions.8. Market Intelligence & Reporting
Provide market feedback and actionable insights to the leadership team.Share regular reports on agent performance, student preferences, market trends, and competitor strategies.Qualifications & Experience
Required :
5-8 years of overall experience, with a minimum of 3–6 years in B2B sales or agent-driven roles in EdTech, international student recruitment , or similar domains.Strong understanding of West India’s education market , student aspirations, and agent ecosystem.Preferred :
Proven leadership experience managing regional teams.In-depth knowledge of student recruitment processes and study destinations such as US, UK, AU, CA, NZ .Skills & Attributes
Excellent stakeholder management and partner engagement skills.Strong leadership and team coaching abilities.High proficiency in CRM tools and reporting dashboards.Strong business acumen with a solution-oriented mindset.Ability to multitask and work in a dynamic, performance-driven environment.Passionate about education and global student mobility.Why Join upGrad GSP?
Be part of a rapidly growing global EdTech company.Drive meaningful impact in shaping international student careers.Collaborate with a talented, purpose-driven, and inclusive team.Work in a flexible and innovation-driven environment.If you’re ready to take the lead in growing upGrad GSP’s footprint in West India and thrive in a high-growth, mission-driven environment— we would love to hear from you