K. ARSHAD
Summary
Strategic Business Development Manager and German Language Specialist with 12 years of experience in client acquisition, sales pipeline management, and team training. Expertise in engaging DACH-region clients, preparing MIS reports, and delivering data-driven solutions. Skilled in communication, stakeholder management, and analytical problem-solving.
Overview
5
5
Languages
5
5
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance German & Excel Trainer
Self-employed
Hindupur
11.2024 - Current
- Deliver German language training to students and professionals using interactive training methodologies, including role plays, group discussions, group presentations, peer-to-peer learning, and practical language activities.
- Conducted classroom and online training sessions, fostering active learner participation and communication to boost engagement and understanding.
- Adapt training content, teaching methods, and instructional strategies to suit learners with different proficiency levels, learning styles, and training objectives, ensuring effective knowledge transfer.
- Continuously enhance German language proficiency, teaching methodologies, and subject knowledge to deliver high-quality training and improve learner outcomes.
- Prepared lesson plans, training materials, and resources aligned with course objectives, ensuring relevance and effectiveness for diverse learner needs.
- Explained complex German grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and language concepts in English, Telugu, and Hindi, enhancing comprehension among diverse learners.
- Assess learner performance through assignments, presentations, and regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support continuous improvement.
- Demonstrate excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills while creating a positive, interactive, and learner-focused training environment.
Business Development Manager (German Speaker)
What Digital Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Consistently exceeded sales targets through effective relationship management, negotiation, and consultative selling.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders across German-speaking markets to enhance collaboration and drive business growth.
- Identify new business opportunities through market research, outbound sales, networking, and strategic partnerships.
- Negotiated commercial terms, pricing, and contracts while using strong persuasion and communication skills to close deals.
- Managed campaign budgets and optimized CPCs to maximize performance and meet client objectives effectively.
- Made data-driven business decisions to improve campaign performance, client retention, and revenue growth.
- Managed and monitored recruitment marketing campaigns, ensuring smooth execution and continuous performance optimization.
- Took ownership of client accounts, proactively resolved issues, and ensured high customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with internal and cross-functional teams, including Product, Operations, Technical, and Customer Success, to deliver successful client solutions.
- Prepared sales reports, forecasts, and market insights for management.
Freelance German Language Trainer
Multiple Institutes
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered comprehensive German language training to enhance learner proficiency.
- Monitored and documented learner progress to tailor future instruction.
- Conducted German language training.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Conducted regular evaluations and feedback sessions to support student development.
German Language Specialist
AXA Business Services
04.2016 - 05.2020
- Processed German insurance policies to ensure compliance with regulations and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Created Excel MIS reports to provide insights for decision-making and improve operational efficiency.
- Trained new hires and performed quality audits.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance communication strategies.
- Translated documents and communications to meet diverse client needs, facilitating effective understanding and engagement.
Analyst
AXA Business Services
04.2012 - 04.2016
- Managed the processing of insurance policies for clients.
- Supported quality checks and training to enhance team knowledge and accuracy.
- Assisted in implementing process improvements to streamline operations.
Education
MBA - Finance & Marketing
Osmania University
Hyderabad , Andhra Pradesh 07.2005 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Commerce -
STSN College
06.2002 - 06.2005
Skills
- German proficiency
- Advanced MS Excel
- Excel analytics
- E-learning tools
- Training & Coaching
- Training methods
- Performance evaluation
- Reporting & Analytics
- Business Development
- Lead Generation
- B2B Sales
- Client management
- Client relations
- Sales negotiation techniques
- Business growth
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Presentation skills
- MS Office
- E-learning tools
Languages
- German
- English
- Telugu
- Hindi
- Kannada
Languages
Telugu
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
German
Upper Intermediate
B2
Urdu
Upper Intermediate
B2
Kannada
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Freelance German & Excel Trainer
Self-employed
11.2024 - Current
Business Development Manager (German Speaker)
What Digital Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
06.2022 - 08.2024
Freelance German Language Trainer
Multiple Institutes
01.2021 - 05.2022
German Language Specialist
AXA Business Services
04.2016 - 05.2020
Analyst
AXA Business Services
04.2012 - 04.2016
MBA - Finance & Marketing
Osmania University
07.2005 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Commerce -
STSN College
06.2002 - 06.2005