Business Development Executive - Student Recruitment

About the Role
City University Qatar (CUQ), in partnership with Ulster University, is seeking a proactive and results-driven Business Development Executive – Student Recruitment to support student enrolment growth through strategic recruitment, corporate engagement, and partnership development.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive student recruitment activities to achieve enrolment targets and KPIs
• Generate, manage, and convert prospective student leads through CRM, outreach, networking, and follow-up
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate organisations, employers, ministries, and governmental entities to secure student enrolments
• Develop strategic partnerships that support admissions, sponsorships, internships, and career development opportunities
• Conduct presentations, recruitment events, and promotional meetings to represent CUQ programmes effectively
• Support student enquiries and guide applicants through the admissions process from initial contact to enrolment
• Collaborate with the Admissions and Marketing teams to ensure effective lead generation and seamless applicant transition
• Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns, open days, school visits, and external promotional events
• Prepare weekly business development, recruitment, and pipeline performance reports
• Network across Qatar to identify new recruitment opportunities and expand market presence
• Ensure excellent customer service and maintain strong stakeholder engagement at all levels

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Education, or related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in education, business development, or sales
• Experience in B2B/B2C sales, lead generation, and conversion
• Strong communication skills in Arabic and English
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and customer engagement skills

Job Type: Permanent

Application Question(s):

• What is your current salary?
• What is your expected salary?
• What is your notice period?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Education: 5 years (Preferred)
• B2B and B2C selling of services or products: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person