Job Description
Job Description
Salary :
Advent Group is a marketing company specialized in graduate education and corporate learning since 2004.Based in Paris , Sofia and Montreal ,Advent Groupoffersits employees astimulatingjob that requires them to grow!
We are a worldwideleaderin education events and marketing solutions for the higher education sector.
- 5M+ digital audience outreach
- 220+ events per year
- 130+ team members
- 300+ leading partner universities
- 6 continents of operation
What is the essence of the role?
As our Sales & Business Developer in North America, youll play a key role in strengthening Advents leadership in the higher education sector. You'll build partnerships with top universities and business schools, amplifying their presence across our dynamic media platforms. Embrace the freedom to champion their MBA and Masters programs through our transformative higher education events. Collaborating with specialized advertising agencies, youll help shape and elevate our market position. At Advent, this isnt just a job its your opportunity to take ownership and help shape the future of higher education partnerships.
What will your job look like?
Identifying and reaching out to potential education partners such as top universities and influential media agencies within the higher education sector. You will be travelling across North America to meet with potential clientsClosing deals and negotiating contracts that meet and exceed sales targets, ensuring the long-term satisfaction and retention of clientsCultivating enduring relationships by comprehending clients' needs to deliver tailored solutions and servicesAttending industry conferences and events to network, gather market insights, and analyze competitor strategiesAssuming the role of a Candidate Education Consultant at company-sponsored events in the USA and abroad, providing expert guidance and support to candidates in matching them with the most suitable programs and their preferred choices of university or business schoolSkillfully navigating CRM tools manage sales leads, track progress, and optimize sales processesSpearheading and implementing marketing strategies and media solutions, collaborating with clients to drive engagement and ROIContinuously seeking out new methods, tools, and solutions to enhance business development strategies and outcomes, staying ahead of industry trends and best practicesWhat do you need to be successful?
Minimum of 3 years of prior sales experience. Experience in the education sector is an advantageBased in Montreal (or willing to relocate) and willing to travel (40% of the time) principally in Canada and the US, but also in South America, for face-to-face client meetings and participation in our events as a Candidate Education Consultant and company representativeProven initiative and expertise in initiating, fostering, and growing client relationshipsInnovative mindset, consistently exploring new approaches, tools, and solutions to enhance business development strategies and resultsExceptional communication skills, a personality with the ability to easily and instantly build rapportProficiency in MS Office and experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) toolsFluent in both written and spoken English and French, with an added advantage of good command of a additional language, preferably SpanishWhy Should You Apply?
If you are a personwho wouldlike to work in an international environment, but notinbig corporations orbureaucratic organizations you should apply!If you are a personwholikes a structured and organized approach at work, but at the same time is not afraid of a little bit of chaos from time to time you should apply!If you want to make a difference and work on projects that are so specific that you will amaze your friends every time you talk about your job you should apply!And of course, if you are looking for a job within a stable company with steady growth and vision for the future you should apply!GROW BY HELPING OTHERS GROW
PERSONAL MISSION WITH A GLOBAL IMPACT
What do we offer you?
An exciting opportunity in a growing international companyExciting opportunity for domestic and international travelBeing part of a young, dynamic, and professional teamProfessional development opportunitiesBase salary + attractive bonus compensation + medical coverage + RRSPIf interested, please send us your CV in English.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.