Head of Business Development - USA

About the job Organization: Rise ResearchLocation: United States (Full-time, travel required)Compensation: CompetitiveStart Date: Immediate About the RoleAs Head of US Business Development, you'll build and lead RISE's US partnerships across the education and college admissions ecosystem. You'll develop relationships with independent educational consultants, school counselors, and other key stakeholders, helping grow RISE's presence market by market. ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute RISE's US business development and market expansion strategyBuild and manage relationships with independent educational consultants (IECs), school counselors, and admissions professionalsBuild and manage a strong partner and referral pipelineRepresent RISE at conferences, industry events, and stakeholder meetingsTravel 1–2 times per month to meet partners and grow relationships across key US marketsWork closely with the founding team to refine messaging, positioning, and partnership strategyBuild long-term relationships within professional communities such as IECA and HECA You're a Fit If You Have5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, education, admissions, or relationship-driven salesFamiliarity with the US college admissions and independent educational consulting landscapeStrong communication and relationship-building skillsComfort representing an organization independently and building trust face-to-faceEntrepreneurial mindset and the ability to build a market from the ground upBased in the US and willing to travel regularly BenefitsCompetitive compensation with growth opportunities at a scaling startupHigh ownership and direct founder exposureOpportunity to build and own RISE's US market presence from the ground upMission-driven work helping students access meaningful research opportunities Questions: careers@riseresearch.com