Associate - Business Development

MS; Kozhikode district; On-site; INR 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier corporate services firm in India is seeking a Senior Associate for Human Capital to support business development. The role involves lead generation and maintaining investor databases while coordinating client communications. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has 1-2 years of relevant experience. Strong CRM and communication skills are essential. This is a full-time entry-level position with a focus on business development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in client relations, business development, or CRM management.
• Proficient in CRM systems and MS Office tools.
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and generate leads of potential investors, family offices, and institutional clients.
• Coordinate communication with prospects and schedule client meetings.
• Handle reporting, maintain progress trackers, and prepare performance updates.

Skills

Client relations

Business development

CRM management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office tools

Job description

Senior Associate - Human Capital at MS Holdings | Human resources | Talent Acquisition | Performance Management | People Management

The Company

MS is a premier corporate and professional services firm with a strong presence in DIFC, ADGM, DMCC, QFC, and India. With a multidisciplinary team and deep regional expertise, we serve private clients, corporates, and institutions looking to establish, grow, and thrive across the Gulf and beyond.

Our integrated services including business setup, advisory, tax, accounting, market entry, and executive search help businesses navigate complexity and drive strategic growth. At MS, you’ll work in a dynamic environment that blends strategy, innovation, and global thinking.

Job Title: Associate - Business Development

Job Purpose: The role involves researching and generating leads of potential investors, family offices, and institutional clients, while also managing and maintaining investor databases and CRM records. The candidate will coordinate communication, schedule meetings, and assist in preparing proposals and presentations. In addition, they will handle reporting, follow‑ups, and contribute to building the company’s early‑stage business development process from the ground up.

Job Description

Lead Generation & Research

• Identify, research, and generate leads of potential investors, family offices, and institutional clients with a focus on the UAE market.
• Maintain up‑to‑date investor databases and CRM records.

Business Development Support

• Coordinate communication with prospects and schedule client meetings.
• Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and other BD materials.
• Follow up with leads and ensure timely responses to inquiries.

Operational & Reporting Support

• Handle reporting, maintain progress trackers, and prepare performance updates.
• Support in setting up early‑stage BD processes and workflows.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth backend operations.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 1–2 years of experience in client relations, business development, or CRM management.
• Proficient in CRM systems and MS Office tools.
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Business Consulting and Services

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