Business Development Executive

Social 101; Surat; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Social 101 is seeking a Business Development Executive for an on-site role in Surat. You will identify opportunities, build and manage a robust pipeline, and convert prospects into long-term clients. The role requires market research, outreach, and client-facing proposals to showcase agency services.

Responsibilities include coordinating with internal teams for onboarding, tracking KPIs, and maintaining regular stakeholder communication to meet growth targets.

Qualifications

• Strong new business development and lead generation skills.
• Ability to manage client relationships and nurture partnerships.
• Excellent communication skills for presentations and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and build a pipeline of leads.
• Convert qualified prospects into long-term clients and manage onboarding.
• Conduct market research, outreach, and proposals to showcase agency services.

Skills

New business development

Lead generation

Account management

Communication skills

Market research

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Communications

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Company Description

Social 101 is a new-generation interactive media agency focused on emerging technology, ideas, and lifestyle brands. The team designs tailored branding, creative, communication, and marketing solutions for startups, cultural movements, and global organizations in a digital-first world. Every project is handled by purpose-built teams of creative specialists and category experts who craft experiences that look, feel, and function beautifully. Driven by creativity and innovation, Social 101 is redefining how brands connect with audiences, guided by a vision of prosperity, meaning, and connection for all and a mission to deliver outstanding customer results and a strong "WOW" factor.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Business Development Executive role based in Surat. The Business Development Executive will identify and pursue new business opportunities, build and maintain a pipeline of leads, and convert qualified prospects into long-term clients. The role involves conducting market research, outreach, presentations, and proposals to showcase agency services and solutions to potential partners. The individual will manage client relationships, coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and project delivery, and track performance metrics to meet growth targets. Daily responsibilities also include regular communication with stakeholders, attending meetings and industry events, and contributing feedback to refine sales strategies and offerings.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong New Business Development and Lead Generation skills, including prospecting, pitching, and closing opportunities.


• Candidates should possess solid Business and Account Management skills to nurture client relationships and support long-term partnerships.


• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal, for presentations, negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration.


• Relevant experience in media, advertising, marketing, or a related industry is beneficial.


• Ability to work on-site in Surat, manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, and meet sales targets.


• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred.


• Proficiency with CRM tools and basic data analysis to monitor pipelines and performance is an advantage.