Our Company:

Keystone is trusted by more than 120 million unique prospective students and learners every year to help them make one of the most important decisions of their lifetimes, namely, which higher education degree program or course to attend.

In turn, Keystone helps over 5 500 education institutions reach, recruit, and enroll students in more than 190 countries, across 500+ student websites, including Masterstudies.com, Bachelorstudies.com, Educations.com, Studentum.se, and FindAMasters. Keystone also operates a range of other global student recruitment services, including Blueberry.nu, Keystone Sports and Keystone Apply.

Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Keystone is backed by Viking Venture and Verdane, two leading Nordic venture firms. With offices across the Nordics, Germany, and the UK, Keystone has an international staff of more than 700+ employees. We are a vibrant and talented group of global citizens with a true passion for education and technology, and our vision is to help everyone in the world find the right education.

Position Overview:

As the VP Sales, you will be instrumental in developing and executing the sales strategy that propels our growth while fostering an inclusive and supportive sales culture. You will be part of the International Business Unit at Keystone, leading and inspiring a high-performing sales team of 20+ multilingual professionals based in 3 different locations in Europe, develop strong customer relationships, and work cross-functionally to align sales initiatives with broader business goals. This is a highly visible role that requires a combination of leadership, strategic thinking, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing sales organization. Set clear goals, foster a culture of accountability, and drive continuous improvement.
• Data-Driven Leadership: Analyze sales performance, track key metrics, and implement continuous improvements. Champion the use of data to guide decision-making and strategy refinement.
• Strategy: Plan and execute the sales strategy, connecting strategic priorities with coordinated sales-led initiatives and activity to drive growth.
• Collaboration & Transparency: Work cross-functionally with teams like marketing, product, and customer success to ensure alignment and clear communication throughout the organization.
• Revenue Growth: Drive sales efforts to meet or exceed revenue targets while maintaining profitability. Develop and manage a sales pipeline, ensuring proper forecasting and reporting.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key clients, industry partners, and stakeholders. Understand customer needs and position solutions that add value.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire trust and empower.
• Proven ability to drive both revenue growth and team engagement in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Experience with CRM systems, sales forecasting, and performance metrics.
• Strong commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Why Join Us:

• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses.
• Join a team that is driven by a shared mission to make a positive impact – both for our customers and the students we serve.
• Access to ongoing professional development and leadership training.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a rapidly growing company.
  
  

How to Apply:

If you are a dynamic and results-driven leader ready to take on a senior leadership role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and vision for driving sales success at Keystone Education Group.

Keystone is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.