Business Development Associate

Affinity Sales and Marketing; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Belfast is seeking a motivated Business Development Associate to join their dynamic team. This role offers a vibrant environment where you can develop your skills and gain valuable experience in business development and sales. You'll be involved in research, relationship building, and strategy development, while also having the chance to network at industry events. If you're ambitious and eager to kick-start your career, this is the perfect opportunity!

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Personal growth within the organisation

Qualifications

• Proactive individuals keen on ownership of projects.
• Strong sense of responsibility and logical task tackling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed research to uncover potential clients.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key clients.
• Assist senior members with presentations and reports.

Skills

Communication

Research

Networking

Creativity

Job description

Are you eager to step into the professional world?
Do you want to fast-track your career while gaining valuable experience?
Are you great with people?
If so, keep reading!

Our client, based in Belfast, is looking for a motivated and ambitious individual—whether you're a graduate or considering a career change—to join their team as a Business Development Associate. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a lively, fast-paced environment where you'll sharpen your skills and gain meaningful experience in a dynamic and rewarding role. Every day brings something new, so if you're creative, ambitious, and keen to bring fresh ideas to the table, this could be the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research & Identification: You'll be conducting detailed research to uncover potential clients and identify new business opportunities in target markets.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key clients by building trust and rapport through effective communication and tailored engagement.
• Strategy Development: Work closely with the Business Development team to help create and implement sales and marketing strategies. You'll offer insights and ideas based on your research and client feedback.
• Networking: Attend industry events, conferences, and trade shows to broaden your professional network. Engage with attendees, promote the company's offerings, and seize opportunities to build meaningful connections.
• Campaign Support: Assist senior members of the Business Development team with tasks such as preparing presentations, compiling reports, and coordinating meetings. You’ll also have the opportunity to streamline processes and enhance the team’s efficiency.

Our client is seeking proactive individuals who are keen to take ownership of projects, from start to finish, while being passionate about continuous learning. If you're enthusiastic about innovation, have a strong sense of responsibility, and enjoy tackling tasks logically, you’re encouraged to apply.

What’s on offer:
Our client is committed to developing talent and provides fantastic opportunities for career progression and personal growth within the organisation.
If you're ambitious, driven, and looking for an exciting platform to kick-start your career in business development and sales, we’d love to hear from you.

What happens next?
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within the next week for further discussions about the role. Please ensure your contact details are up to date. Interviews will take place over Zoom, with immediate hiring expected.

Apply now by submitting your CV, and start your journey with a fantastic team!