Business Development Graduate Trainee | Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured graduate training program

Mentorship

Competitive entry-level salary

Career development opportunities

Inclusive work environment in Pietermr

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking Graduate Trainees to join its Business Development team. You will learn sales strategies, market analysis, and client relationship management, tackling real projects and gaining industry insights.

The program includes mentorship and exposure to multiple business functions, with structured training and opportunities for career progression. You will assist in qualifying opportunities, support proposals, and maintain CRM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• MS Office Suite proficiency (Excel/PowerPoint).
• Proactive, eager to learn, able to work independently or in a team.
• Previous internship or project experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and qualifying new business opportunities through market research and lead generation activities.
• Support the sales team in developing proposals, presentations, and sales collateral tailored to client needs.
• Participate in client meetings and calls to understand requirements and provide solutions.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop and execute targeted outreach campaigns.
• Maintain and update the CRM database with accurate prospect and customer information.
• Contribute to team discussions and strategic planning for growth initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Internship/ projects advantageous

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Commerce

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking Graduate Trainees to join its Business Development team. You will learn sales strategies, market analysis, and client relationship management, tackling real projects and gaining industry insights.

The program includes mentorship and exposure to multiple business functions, with structured training and opportunities for career progression. You will assist in qualifying opportunities, support proposals, and maintain CRM.