Business Development Manager

Happening Design Studio Pvt Ltd; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with incentive

Global brand exposure

Creative, high-growth culture

Foundational sales team role

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Happening Design Studio Pvt Ltd in Hyderabad is seeking a seasoned Business Development Manager to expand our global footprint. You will identify and convert mid-to-large international B2B clients for our UX design, branding, and digital services, working with cross-functional teams to craft compelling proposals and drive new business opportunities.

You will help build a high-performing sales team, manage a robust pipeline, and collaborate with marketing for lead generation and events, while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of international B2B sales in design/IT services.
• Proven track record of closing deals with global and domestic clients.
• Core experience in UX design services and AI-driven solutions.
• Experience with high-performing sales teams and quota ownership.
• Familiarity with sales automation and CRM platforms like HubSpot, Zoho.
• Ability to translate client pain points into tailored solutions.
• Self-driven, target-oriented with strong ownership.

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities in global markets (USA, India, APAC).
• Build and manage a high-quality sales pipeline through research, outreach & events.
• Leverage AI-driven tools for lead generation, personalization, and data enrichment.
• Pitch to prospects and clients; tailor proposals with the design team.
• Present UX design, branding, and storytelling offerings to stakeholders.
• Lead end-to-end sales process from initial touch to closure.
• Collaborate with marketing to support lead generation and enablement.
• Participate in industry events and webinars to generate leads.

Skills

International B2B sales

UX/Design services

Deal closure

Lead generation

CRM & automation

Proactive ownership

Networking

Startup experience

Industry events

Tools

HubSpot CRM

Zoho CRM

Job description

About Us

We are a fast-growing design and creative solutions company delivering world-class branding, UI/UX, digital design, and visual storytelling for global brands. With a strong focus on quality, creativity, and client-centric solutions, we work with international clients across industries such as tech, e commerce, fintech, healthcare, and more.

Role Overview

As a Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our global footprint, especially in the India & USA market by identifying, engaging, and converting mid-to-large-scale international B2B clients. You'll work closely with the solution design and marketing teams to craft compelling proposals and drive new business opportunities for our UX design, branding, and digital services. You’ll also help lay the foundation for a high-performing sales team.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities in domestic & international markets (USA, India, APAC) with a focus on mid-to-large enterprises.
• Build and manage a high-quality sales pipeline through market research, cold outreach, LinkedIn networking, email campaigns, and event participation.
• Leverage AI-driven sales tools such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo and Lusha for lead generation, personalization, and data enrichment.
• Help pitch to prospects and existing clients, understand their needs, and craft tailored proposals by collaborating with the solution design team.
• Present and position UX design, branding, and visual storytelling offerings effectively to business and technical stakeholders.
• Lead the sales process from first touchpoint to deal closure, maintaining a consultative and value-driven sales approach.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to support lead generation campaigns and sales enablement.
• Participate in industry events, webinars, and networking forums to generate leads and drive a positive ROI.
• Drive upsells and cross-sell opportunities with existing accounts and nurture long-term client relationships.
• Work as a core team/founding member of the sales function and assist in scaling and building the sales team from the ground up.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of international B2B business development/sales experience, preferably in design, creative, or IT services.
• Proven track record of closing deals with global & domestic clients.
• Core experience in UX Design Services and ability to relate to technology and AI-driven solutions.
• Experience working with or within high-performing sales teams and ownership of individual quotas.
• Familiarity with sales automation and CRM platforms like HubSpot, Zoho.
• Ability to understand client pain points and co-create customized solution pitches.
• Self-driven, target-oriented, and proactive with strong ownership.
• Prior experience working with design studios, creative agencies, or marketing firms.
• Understanding digital design trends, branding, UI/UX concepts, and business impact.
• Participation in industry events or trade shows with a demonstrated positive ROI.
• Experience working in startups or early-stage sales teams.

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with attractive performance-based incentives
• The opportunity to work with leading global brands and innovative startups
• A creative, collaborative, and high-growth work culture
• Opportunity to become a foundational member of the sales team
• Flexible working hours and a strong focus on employee growth and ownership