Junior Business Development Associate: Paid Training & Growth

Drive; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Drive is seeking ambitious Entry-Level Business Development Associates to join our growing team in New York. This role provides hands-on training in business development, client relations, and strategic growth, with a clear path to leadership.

You will identify opportunities, build client relationships, and contribute to market research and go-to-market plans. In-person interviews are preferred as we prioritize face-to-face conversations to assess fit and potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Driven, adaptable, and motivated to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to team goals.
• Local or able to relocate within 2–3 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within assigned markets.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and presentations.
• Conduct market research to track industry trends and identify potential growth areas.
• Collaborate with senior team members to design and execute business strategies that drive client success.
• Represent the company at networking events, conferences, and client functions (travel 2–3 times annually).
• Track performance metrics (KPIs) and report progress to management.
• Contribute new ideas and recommendations to help expand client revenue streams.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field

Job description

Drive is seeking ambitious Entry-Level Business Development Associates to join our growing team in New York. This role provides hands-on training in business development, client relations, and strategic growth, with a clear path to leadership.

You will identify opportunities, build client relationships, and contribute to market research and go-to-market plans. In-person interviews are preferred as we prioritize face-to-face conversations to assess fit and potential.