Business Development Specialist

Position Summary:       

As part of Yeshiva University, a flagship Jewish institution, this role also leverages connections within the broader Jewish community for networking, lead generation, and account management opportunities.

Position Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to identify, engage, and convert prospects into long-term customers.
• Leverage data analytics to target high-potential opportunities and continuously refine the sales process.
• Collaborate closely with the marketing team to align initiatives and amplify impact across campaigns.
• Monitor key sales metrics, delivering regular forecasts and insights to leadership for informed decision-making.
• Build and nurture relationships with existing customers to foster loyalty, secure repeat business, and drive referrals.
• Represent YU Global at community and industry events to expand visibility and generate leads.

Experience & Educational Background:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, ideally in education, training, or technology sectors.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms, sales automation tools, and data analytics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in online education or corporate training industries.
• Familiarity with the Jewish community, including its educational landscape, nonprofit organizations, and business networks.

Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a focus on adaptability and results.
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.

Salary Range:

$70,000 - $90,000

About Us:        

Why Join YU Global?

This is an opportunity to play a critical role in an organization dedicated to advancing educational excellence and innovation. You’ll have the chance to shape impactful partnerships and drive meaningful results while representing a respected institution with a rich legacy.

If you are passionate about business development and thrive at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and community impact, we encourage you to apply!

Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more. 

We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve.  We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.

The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University’s retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:    

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.