Business Development Associate

Weru Marketing; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

WeRu Marketing in Randburg, Gauteng seeks a proactive Graduate Business Development Associate to join a dynamic sales and marketing team. You will help identify new business opportunities, nurture leads, and support the sales team in achieving targets while gaining exposure to strategic planning, client relationship management, and market analysis within a fast-paced corporate environment.

Located in Randburg, the role offers growth opportunities, on-the-ground experience with market insights,

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with strong communication skills.
• Interest in market dynamics and client needs.
• Ability to identify opportunities and support sales teams in executing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential new clients and market opportunities.
• Initiate contact with prospective clients through calls and emails.
• Qualify leads and assess fit for products/services.
• Assist in developing and executing business development strategies.
• Support the sales team in preparing proposals, presentations and pitches.
• Build and maintain relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Gather market intelligence and competitor analysis to inform strategies.
• Track progress and contribute to achieving targets.

Job description

Graduate Business Development Associate

Our client is seeking an ambitious and driven Graduate Business Development Associate to join their vibrant sales and marketing team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is ideal for a recent graduate with excellent communication skills and a passion for understanding market dynamics and client needs. You will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, nurturing leads, and supporting the sales team in achieving their targets. The position offers invaluable experience in strategic planning, client relationship management, and market analysis within a fast-paced corporate environment. Located in the heart of Randburg, Gauteng , you will be part of a company that encourages initiative and provides a platform for career growth in business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential new clients and market opportunities.
• Initiate contact with prospective clients through various channels (calls, emails, networking).
• Qualify leads and assess their suitability for our client's products/services.
• Assist in developing and executing business development strategies.
• Support the sales team in preparing proposals, presentations, and pitches.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Gather market intelligence and competitor analysis to inform business strategies.
• Track progress and