Are you confident, smart, and passionate about business development, networking, and building professional relationships?
We are looking for a motivated and proactive Business Development Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, generating leads, engaging with potential clients and partners, and supporting the company's growth initiatives.
You will work closely with the founders and leadership team, attend client and partner meetings, participate in networking events and conferences, and represent the company professionally. The role also involves business-related travel as required.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in Business Development, Sales, Partnerships, and Strategic Growth within a fast-growing technology startup.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Lead Generation
- Research and identify potential clients, partners, organizations, and business opportunities.
- Generate leads through LinkedIn, email, phone calls, networking, events, referrals, and other channels.
- Reach out to prospective clients and initiate professional conversations.
- Schedule meetings and maintain consistent follow-ups with prospects.
- Understand client requirements and identify suitable business opportunities.
- Maintain and update lead and prospect records.
- Work towards assigned business development targets.
Client & Partner Engagement
- Attend meetings with prospective clients, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong professional relationships.
- Communicate with clients and business professionals confidently and professionally.
- Represent the company at meetings, conferences, exhibitions, and networking events.
- Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and other business documents.
- Ensure timely follow-up after meetings and discussions.
Founder & Leadership Support
- Work closely with the founders and leadership team on business development activities.
- Accompany founders to important client meetings, business discussions, conferences, and networking events.
- Assist with meeting preparation, research, presentations, proposals, and follow-ups.
- Support the founders in identifying potential clients, partners, collaborations, and strategic opportunities.
Travel & Networking
- Travel for client meetings, business discussions, conferences, exhibitions, networking events, and other company requirements.
- Participate in relevant startup, technology, industry, and business networking opportunities.
- Build and maintain a strong professional network.
- Explore new markets and opportunities that can contribute to business growth.
Market Research & Reporting
- Conduct market and competitor research.
- Identify industry trends and potential business opportunities.
- Research prospective organizations and key decision-makers.
- Maintain records of leads, meetings, follow-ups, and opportunities.
- Prepare regular updates and reports on business development activities.
Qualifications
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Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field, or a B.Tech degree.
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0–2 years of experience in Business Development, Sales, Partnerships, Client Relations, or a related field.
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Fresh graduates with strong communication, networking, and interpersonal skills are encouraged to apply.
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Internship experience in Business Development, Sales, Marketing, Operations, or related fields is an added advantage.
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Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
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Familiarity with CRM or lead-tracking tools is a plus.