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How Jobs Territory Helped Unacademy Close 84 Business Development Positions in February 2022

Client Background

Unacademy, India’s leading ed-tech platform, is known for empowering learners with high-quality educational content and personalized learning experiences. To strengthen its growth and drive revenue, Unacademy required a robust Business Development team capable of building strong client relationships and boosting subscription sales.

Challenges

    Tight Hiring Deadline

    In February 2022, Unacademy sought to fill 84 Business Development Executive (BDE) positions within a tight deadline.

    Specific Role Requirements

    These roles demanded candidates with excellent communication skills, sales expertise, and the ability to thrive in a competitive and fast-paced environment.

    Scale and Timeline

    The sheer scale and timeline of the hiring posed a significant challenge, requiring an experienced recruitment partner to deliver results efficiently.

Solution Provided by Jobs Territory

Understanding the Role Requirements

Collaborated with Unacademy’s HR team to identify the specific skills, experience, and personality traits needed for the BDE role. Focused on candidates with strong sales acumen, negotiation skills, and a customer-centric approach.

Targeted Sourcing Strategy

Leveraged Jobs Territory’s extensive candidate database and implemented a multi-channel sourcing strategy, including job portals, professional networks, and referrals. Designed targeted outreach campaigns to attract candidates with relevant experience in sales, business development, and client servicing.

Rigorous Screening Process

Conducted initial screenings to evaluate communication skills, sales aptitude, and cultural fit with Unacademy’s dynamic work environment. Provided Unacademy with a curated list of high-quality candidates, streamlining the interview process.

Efficient Coordination and Support

Partnered closely with Unacademy’s HR team to schedule interviews, collect feedback, and facilitate quick decision-making. Maintained real-time communication to address any bottlenecks and ensure a seamless hiring process.

Optimized Time-to-Hire

Leveraged recruitment tools and efficient workflows to minimize time-to-hire and meet Unacademy’s tight deadline.

Results Achieved

    84 BDE Positions Filled in February 2022

    Jobs Territory successfully closed all roles within the required timeframe, meeting Unacademy’s urgent hiring needs.

    High-Quality Candidates

    Each hire brought strong sales expertise and the skills necessary to excel in Unacademy’s fast-paced environment.

    Streamlined Hiring Process

    Our tailored approach reduced recruitment challenges and ensured a positive experience for both Unacademy and the candidates.

Client Testimonial

“Jobs Territory demonstrated exceptional efficiency and professionalism in helping us close 84 critical positions within a month. Their expertise in sourcing and screening candidates ensured we onboarded the right talent to drive our growth. We’re extremely satisfied with the results!”

HR Head, Unacademy