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Excelon Associates Recruitment ยท 7 hours ago

Professional Education & Partnerships Manager

Excelon Associates Recruitment is an international higher education organization expanding its global presence. The Professional Education & Partnerships Manager will develop, promote, and sell Continuing Professional Development (CPD) offerings, focusing on employer engagement and market-relevant education solutions.

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Joshua I.M. Forman โœ”
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Responsibilities

Drive CPD and CE business development activity, achieving regional revenue and growth targets
Identify emerging workforce trends, skills gaps, and employer training needs
Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, industry networks, sector bodies, and training partners
Manage a sales pipeline and convert leads into contracted CPD programs
Develop customized training proposals and negotiate commercial terms
Collaborate with academic and subject-matter experts to design short courses, micro-credentials, and professional programs aligned with market demand
Support localization of content where required to meet regulatory or sector expectations
Maintain and coordinate a master schedule of CPD programs delivered through the hub
Coordinate with academic, quality, and administrative teams to ensure smooth delivery and compliance
Lead or support workforce surveys, skills mapping, and market research initiatives
Analyze data and present insights to inform CPD strategy and program development
Monitor competitor activity and trends in the professional education market
Recommend new growth areas based on evidence and employer demand
Partner with Marketing to develop promotional materials and campaigns
Increase visibility of CPD offerings through digital channels, newsletters, employer events, and partnerships
Represent the organization at conferences, industry forums, exhibitions, and professional networks
Support delivery of webinars, masterclasses, and employer engagement events
Build long-term strategic partnerships with employers investing in workforce development
Serve as the primary point of contact for CPD clients throughout the engagement lifecycle
Deliver high-quality client service to support retention and repeat business
Coordinate feedback collection to support continuous improvement
Support implementation of efficient CPD workflows and processes
Coordinate with finance, enrollment, and quality teams on registration, invoicing, and reporting
Ensure all approvals, documentation, and operational requirements are completed prior to delivery
Support scheduling, logistics, and communications for CPD programs
Track key performance indicators including leads, enrollments, revenue, and satisfaction
Provide regular performance updates to hub leadership and central teams
Contribute to annual planning, forecasting, and growth targets
Recommend new delivery models, partnerships, and commercial strategies

Qualification

CPD program managementEmployer engagementBusiness developmentMarket researchProject managementSales skillsNegotiation skillsPresentation skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Experience selling, managing, or coordinating CPD, short courses, or professional training programs
Proven employer engagement and business development success
Experience identifying skills gaps or conducting market research
Experience supporting education or training delivery operations
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusive practice
Willingness to travel internationally as needed
Ability to work independently while collaborating across time zones

Preferred

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
Background in training, business development, or education management preferred
Experience in higher education, adult learning, or professional training environments
Familiarity with micro-credentials, stackable credentials, or CPD frameworks
Experience supporting marketing or promotion of education products

Company

Excelon Associates Recruitment

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Excelon Associates | Executive Search & Recruitment Solutions ๐ŸŽฏ At Excelon Associates, we deliver high-impact executive search and recruitment services across Higher Education, Financial Services, Government, and Healthcare.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Susan J. Forman
CEO/President - Education/Academic, Healthcare, International, Government, PE/VC - GSA MAS
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