Business Development Executive

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

Job summary

One MG, a strategic and creative agency, seeks a Business Development professional to manage inbound leads, build client relationships, and drive growth through sharp pitches. You will be part of the Strategy team, turning conversations into opportunities and opportunities into lasting partnerships, with travel for client meetings as required.

Ideal candidates have 1-3 years in business development or sales, strong communication, and the ability to translate client needs into compelling

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in business development, client servicing, or sales.
• Experience in a creative, advertising, or digital agency is a plus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with client-facing confidence.
• Ability to translate client needs into compelling proposals.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound leads from first contact to conversion and track in CRM.
• Conduct client meetings, reviews, and presentations; travel as needed.
• Collaborate with creative teams to develop tailored pitch decks and proposals.
• Own and deliver business pitches that showcase One MG's capabilities.
• Maintain lead and opportunity records in CRM and follow up promptly.
• Assist leadership in negotiations and deal closures.

Skills

Lead management

Client relations

Presentation skills

Sales pitches

Job description

One MG is a strategic and creative agency that helps brands build meaning, distinctiveness, and love. We work fast, think sharp, and care deeply about how ideas show up in the real world.

We’re looking for a Business Development professional to manage inbound leads, build client relationships, and drive growth through sharp pitches and presentations. You’ll be part of the Strategy team, turning conversations into opportunities and opportunities into lasting partnerships.

What you’ll do

• Manage inbound leads from first contact to conversion, tracking them through the sales pipeline
• Conduct client meetings, reviews, and presentations - including travel when required
• Strategize and collaborate with creative teams to develop tailored pitch decks and proposals
• Own and deliver business pitches that showcase One MG's strategic and creative capabilities
• Maintain lead and opportunity records in CRM systems and ensure timely follow-ups
• Support leadership in negotiations and deal closures
• Track business development metrics and contribute to internal growth reviews

What we’re looking for

• 1-3 years of experience in business development, client servicing, or sales, ideally within a creative, advertising, or digital agency
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with confidence in client-facing situations
• Ability to understand client needs and translate them into compelling proposals
• Detail-driven, deadline-focused, and able to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to contribute to the growth of One MG
• Comfortable with frequent travel for client meetings and business discussions

If you know how to turn a lead into a relationship and a conversation into business, we’d love to talk.