Associate Trainee Business Developer

Description:

We are looking for an Associate Trainee - Business Developer who will be responsible for driving our sales and grow the business. You will attract new clients and build solid relationships with them while maintaining existing relationships. Other duties will include market research, developing business strategies and pitches, managing a variety of projects, and identifying new business opportunities. You will work with various departments and report to the Head of Business Development.

The successful applicant will be resourceful, organized and motivated to increase sales, enhance the company's reputation, and look for new and creative ways to market our products. A background in sales or marketing is strongly desirable.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to;

• Research current IT trends to help the team in daily tasks
• Accompany business developers in the process of generating leads
• Research portfolios of various organizations and suggest improvements for building more engaging portfolios
• Conduct regular, standing meetings with internal business partners.
• Prepare business proposals as per the need for new clients/customers.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of assigned business unit(s), their goals, and key milestones.
• Render judgments and make timely decisions in alignment with business objectives
• Assist with drafting business plans, sales pitches, presentations, reference material, and other documents as required.
• Identify new business opportunities and partners.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with various levels of management, staff, and clients.

Qualifications

• BSc/MSc degree in Marketing, Business, Computer Science, Management, or a related field.
• A foreign degree would be a bonus

Skills

• Intuitive and insightful, particularly regarding human behavior.
• Professional yet affable disposition.
• Neat, well-groomed appearance.
• Great networking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Resourceful, with outstanding research skills.
• Emboldened by challenges.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Tech enthusiast

Experience

• Fresh/Entry Level