Business Development Manager (all genders)

About LingodaFounded 12 years ago, Lingoda addresses a pressing global challenge: meeting the demands of growing economies and aging populations through the mobility of global talent. Driven by its mission "to empower global talent with the language, cultural, and technical skills for integration and success", Lingoda has established itself as a leader in education. What We DoLingoda’s highly effective Small Group Learning Model is delivered via over 800,000 classes a year, powered by 2,400 qualified teachers and a unique proprietary curriculum designed to help learners achieve their goals, whether that be career progression or integration into a new country.Who We ServeA rapidly growing and ambitious company, Lingoda operates in both B2B and B2C: while the B2B business has a strong focus on the healthcare sector in Germany and a credible ambition to expand into other professions and geographies, Lingoda’s B2C business has a global presence, teaching German, English, Spanish, French, and Italian to students worldwide.Learning a language with Lingoda is a rewarding experience, made possible by us Lingodies who support our students every step of the way. We’re committed to living the learning journey alongside them to create a world of connection and opportunity.

Why Join Us?Joining Lingoda means becoming part of a team that's committed to getting better, together. We foster and inclusive culture of bravery, curiosity and growth, where insight turns into actions, and every team member contributes to igniting positive change
Be part of our journey to transform lives through Education!We are seeking a Business Development Manager (all genders) based in Berlin, or working remotely within Germany.Your mission with us:As a Business Development Manager, you will work on enabling the successful delivery of our government certified courses that prepare participants for state exams and support recognition of their qualifications in Germany, while ensuring smooth collaboration with partners, stakeholders, and authorities.

Your tasks:

• Take independent ownership of developing project plans for educational products according to internal guidelines, while taking into account any specific characteristics of the respective target audience.
• Maintain project schedules and timelines, proactively identify and forecast potential risks, and provide data-driven progress reports.
• Execute projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders (e.g., Operations, Learning Hub, Product, and Sales).
• Scope and formalize partnership agreements; align deliverables, reporting, and success metrics.
• Manage and nurture relationships with partners and relevant public institutions; take end-to-end ownership of the partnerships.
• Ensure compliance and audit-ready programs
• Monitor regulatory requirements and funding guidelines, translating them into clear, actionable steps for internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive and expand projects based on outcomes and partner feedback; take ownership of adjusting the scope when needed.
• Maintain project and process timelines, facilitate and forecast potential risks, and report progress with data.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements to ensure quality and compliance.

You bring to Lingoda

• 3+ years of professional experience in business development, partnership management, or operational project management.
• Experience in education, hospitality, or skilled trades, OR experience with government funding programs, OR comparable relevant professional experience.
• Clear and empathetic communication skills.
• C2 German and C1 English proficiency.
• Working knowledge of relevant regulatory or quality guidelines, alongside disciplined documentation and experience in ensuring compliance during project execution.
• Hands-on experience with CRM tools, experience with Hubspot is a bonus.

You add to our culture with:

• Experience collaborating with government authorities, funding organizations, or accreditation agencies.
• Experience launching pilot programs and scaling processes in a startup or scale-up environment.

What you can expect from Lingoda:

• Approachable leaders and transparent communication - every voice counts at Lingoda!
• Company events and colleagues who are always happy to socialise + budgets towards team building events!
• An inclusive environment with great team spirit and passion for languages
• A well-structured and exciting onboarding process to set you up for success!
• The possibility to work remotely from your home or in the office located in the heart of Berlin
• Learning & development opportunities
• Free access to our language classes
• Mental Health programs
• Corporate benefits & pension funds
• 30 vacation days per year
• Free snacks & drinks at the office
• The modern hardware necessary for your work (n/a for freelancers)
• Flexible working hours

Lingoda is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As an equal opportunities and affirmative action employer, we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of our user base. Our commitment ensures that every applicant is assessed on the basis of their skills and qualifications, regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or religion.We ask that you please apply directly via the link provided in the job description or directly on our website. Due to GDPR regulations, applications sent otherwise will not be considered.Please note that if you are based outside of Germany that only a freelance contract can be offered. All our contracts whether freelance or regular German employment contract start on a 2 year time period.

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