Director, Global Business Development – Ed-Tech Sales

🕒 February 27

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

⏰ Full Time

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ClassLink

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 1998

📚 Education

🔒 Cybersecurity

☁️ SaaS

💰 Venture Round on 2007-03

Education • Cybersecurity • SaaS

ClassLink is a company providing educational technology solutions that focus on identity and access management for schools. Their services include identity and access management, learning analytics, and cybersecurity with features such as single sign-on and multi-factor authentication, tailored for K-12 and higher education institutions. ClassLink aims to create a secure and efficient digital learning environment, enhancing education through improved access to technological resources and data-driven insights.

📋 Description

• Global Market Expansion • Develop and execute ClassLink’s international business development strategy. • Identify and prioritize target markets based on regulatory environment, funding structures, and digital transformation initiatives. • Conduct market analysis to inform pricing, positioning, and partnership strategies. • Government & Ministry Engagement • Build and maintain strong relationships with Ministries of Education, regional education authorities, and government stakeholders. • Lead strategic discussions related to national or regional digital access initiatives, identity management, and interoperability frameworks. • Navigate public procurement processes, tenders, and RFP submissions. • Strategic Partnerships • Identify and negotiate partnerships with distributors, resellers, system integrators, and technology providers. • Structure channel agreements and joint go-to-market strategies. • Represent ClassLink at international education and government forums. • Revenue & Pipeline Development • Drive international revenue growth and pipeline development aligned with company goals. • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product, and Legal teams to localize offerings where appropriate. • Monitor performance metrics and adjust strategy to meet growth targets. • Cross-Functional Leadership • Work closely with product teams to align roadmap priorities with international market needs. • Provide feedback on compliance, localization, and regulatory requirements (e.g., data privacy, hosting, security standards). • Support international customer success and implementation efforts as needed.

🎯 Requirements

• 8–12+ years of experience in business development, international sales, or strategic partnerships. • Demonstrated success expanding technology solutions into international markets. • Experience working within K–12 education technology ecosystems. • Proven track record of closing complex, multi-stakeholder deals. • Willingness and ability to travel internationally (30–50%). • Preferred Experience • Direct experience working with Ministries of Education or national-level education authorities. • Experience responding to international tenders and government procurement processes. • Background in identity management, cybersecurity, edtech platforms, or SaaS solutions. • Established international education network and government relationships. • Multilingual capabilities are a plus.

🏖️ Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off : 4+ weeks of vacation and 13+ paid holidays • Parental Leave : 12 weeks fully paid for all parents • Retirement : 401(k) with 0.5:1 company match • Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision plans • Insurance : Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability, plus voluntary options including supplemental life, accident, and pet insurance • Volunteer Time Off: Give back through ClassLink Cares paid volunteer days • Lifelong Learning: Tuition reimbursement for continued education • Growth & Development: Coaching and internal programs to support career and personal growth • Supportive Culture: A workplace that values curiosity, compassion, and continuous learning • Connection & Community: Annual company retreats and team events with bright, fun coworkers