Business Development Engineer

JenRec Recruitment; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking recent graduates for a business development role in the defence industry. The position involves engaging clients, analysing markets, and developing tailored solutions. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, strong communication skills, and a willingness to travel internationally. This opportunity offers hands-on exposure to business development and mentorship for professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunity to launch an international career

Professional growth with mentorship

Exposure to global projects

Qualifications

• Consistent academic excellence.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse international markets to identify new opportunities.
• Build and maintain high-level relationships with clients (domestic and foreign).
• Engage with clients to understand needs and propose tailored solutions.

Skills

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Detail-oriented with sound organisational skills

IT proficiency (MS Office and related tools)

Education

Bachelors Degree (Engineering or related field)

Job description

This role offers recent graduates an exciting opportunity to contribute to international growth by engaging clients, analysing markets, and developing tailored solutions. The position requires strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and a willingness to travel abroad.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse international markets to identify new opportunities
• Build and maintain high-level relationships with clients (domestic and foreign)
• Engage with clients to understand needs and propose tailored solutions
• Collaborate with engineering teams to align products with client requirements
• Develop and present proposals, contracts, and growth strategies
• Represent the company at conferences, meetings, and industry events
• Coordinate with marketing, compliance, and technical teams to ensure strategic alignment
• Oversee new business projects from planning to delivery
• Provide ongoing client support and feedback after project completion

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree (Engineering or related field)
• Consistent academic excellence
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Detail-oriented with sound organisational skills
• IT proficiency (MS Office and related tools)
• Valid passport and willingness to travel internationallyOwn reliable transport
• Availability : Immediate start advantageous

Beneficial Skills

• Experience in business or project management
• Exposure to international business environments
• Strong presentation and proposal writing abilities

Why Apply

• Opportunity to launch an international career in the defence industry
• Hands-on exposure to business development, client engagement, and solution design
• Professional growth with mentorship and cross-functional collaboration
• Chance to work on global projects with real impact

Apply Now

If you are ready to make your mark in international business development, we invite you to apply.

Please note : Only candidates who meet the listed requirements will be considered. If you do not hear back from us within two weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.