Sales & Growth Associate

Job Title: Sales & Growth Associate (Boston-Based)

Location: Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-time

About BlendED

BlendED is building the next-generation global talent ecosystem by combining world-class AI education, project-based learning, university partnerships, and student-led innovation communities. We partner with universities, student clubs, and organizations across the U.S., UK, and Asia to empower the next generation of AI+X innovators.

We are expanding our Boston HQ team to strengthen our in-person culture, accelerate U.S. partnerships, and deepen our global footprint. This role is ideal for an early-career professional looking to grow in a fast-moving, mission-driven international education environment.

Role Overview

We are hiring a Sales & Growth Associate to support our growth in the U.S. and UK. This is a hybrid commercial role combining:

• Tactical Business Development
• Inside Sales / Closing
• University and Student Club Partnerships
• Pipeline and Lead Coordination

You will work closely with our Boston-based GTM team and collaborate with colleagues across the U.S., Asia, and the UK. The role requires clear communication, reliable follow-through, and strong relationship-building skills.

What You Will Do

Sales and Closing (Primary)

• Move leads through the pipeline (qualification to proposal to close)
• Run follow-up calls, discovery sessions, and program walkthroughs
• Support closing conversations with U.S. and UK universities and student clubs
• Prepare proposals, pricing sheets, and partnership materials
• Achieve a blended monthly commercial quota after ramp
  
   

Tactical Business Development

• Conduct warm outreach to student clubs and university teams
• Build and maintain relationships with U.S. and UK clubs
• Support campus BD with our Campus Business Developer network
• Attend local events, meetups, and campus visits with the GTM team

Partnership and Account Management

• Maintain active communication with university partners and club leaders
• Ensure clear and professional email and Zoom communication
• Track account status and support renewal opportunities
• Assist with inbound leads from Asia and the UK when needed

Pipeline and Operational Support

• Maintain CRM accuracy and update lead statuses
• Coordinate student activation with Campus Business Developers
• Prepare follow-up notes, summaries, and basic decks
• Collaborate with marketing and GTM teams on outreach messaging
• Contribute to building our Boston in-person culture

Who You Are

Experience and Skills

• 1–4 years in higher education, EdTech, partnerships, business development, sales, admissions, or student engagement
• Native-level English and strong writing skills
• Confident in online and in-person meetings
• Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable with follow-up
• Comfortable with CRM tools and structured documentation
• Professional communication presence with university audiences

Personal Qualities

• Coachable, fast learner, and mission-driven
• Thrives in a dynamic startup environment
• Enjoys working in-person with leadership
• Comfortable balancing BD, sales, and partnership tasks
• Strong relationship-builder and communicator