Head – Academic Partnerships (Operations)

Job Title : Head – Academic Partnerships (Operations)

Location : Hyderabad

Experience Required : 10–15 Years

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to head our Academic Partnerships function within Operations. This individual will be responsible for driving high-impact collaborations with universities, colleges, accreditation bodies, and global education partners. The role demands a proven leader with a strong network in academia and edtech, who can structure and scale partnerships that significantly enhance our reach and learner impact.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the academic partnerships strategy aligned with organizational goals.

Build, strengthen, and scale strategic alliances with universities, higher education institutions, and accreditation bodies (India and international).

Lead end-to-end partnership lifecycle : prospecting, negotiation, structuring agreements, onboarding, and scaling joint programs.

Drive collaborations to ensure high learner adoption, accreditation compliance, and long-term program sustainability.

Work closely with cross-functional teams (Product, Sales, Marketing, Operations) to ensure seamless execution of partnership-driven initiatives.

Monitor and manage financial outcomes of partnerships including revenue, costs, and profitability.

Represent the organization at industry forums, academic councils, and networking platforms.

Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team to deliver on strategic academic goals.

Key Requirements

Experience : 10–15 years in academic partnerships, business development, or alliances—preferably in edtech, higher education, or healthcare learning sectors .

Leadership Background : Prior senior role in companies such as Unacademy, Udemy, Coursera, Simplilearn, or similar edtech / start-up organizations with demonstrable success in building academic tie-ups.

Network : Strong existing relationships with universities, colleges, accreditation bodies, and industry councils (India & global).

Expertise : Deep knowledge of national & international accreditation frameworks, digital education standards, and partnership governance.

Business Acumen : Proven experience in managing revenue, costs, and profitability within academic partnership models.

Skills : Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to influence senior academic and industry leaders.

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