Business Development Associate

One Mind Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

One Mind Group is looking for a motivated individual to join their Strategy team in Chennai. You'll manage inbound leads and nurture client relationships to turn opportunities into long-term partnerships. The role requires 1–3 years of experience in business development or sales, strong communication skills, and the ability to present effectively.

The position involves conducting meetings, strategizing with creative teams, and maintaining records in CRM systems while requiring frequent travel for client interactions.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in business development, client servicing, or sales.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to understand client needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage and qualify inbound leads through the sales pipeline.
• Prepare tailored pitch decks and proposals with creative teams.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and business pitches.

Skills

Business development

Client servicing

Sales

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Job description

As part of the Strategy team at One MG, you’ll be at the frontlines of growth. You’ll manage inbound leads, nurture client relationships, and turn opportunities into long-term partnerships. From the first conversation to the final pitch, you’ll represent our thinking, energy, and ambition to build brands people believe in.

What You’ll Create & Contribute:

• Handle and qualify inbound leads, managing them through the sales pipeline
• Strategize and collaborate with creative teams to prepare tailored pitch decks and proposals
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and business pitches
• Travel for client meetings, reviews, and on-ground interactions as required
• Maintain records of leads, opportunities, and follow-ups in CRM systems
• Support leadership in negotiations and deal closures
• Track business development metrics and prepare reports for internal reviews

What Makes You the Right Fit:

• 1–3 years of experience in business development, client servicing, or sales, preferably in a creative, advertising, or digital agency environment
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with confidence in client-facing roles
• Ability to understand client needs and translate them into compelling pitches
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing pipelines and timelines
• Self-motivated, curious, and eager to help grow One MG’s business footprint
• Comfortable with frequent travel for client interactions