Graduate BD Associate — Cape Town, Growth & Mentorship

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Bonuses and incentives

Structured career development

Exposure to senior leadership

Regular team-building events

On-site training

Cape Town office

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a leading financial services firm in Cape Town to recruit a Graduate Business Development Associate. You will support the business development team, identify market opportunities, nurture client relationships, and contribute to growth initiatives.

This office-based role offers mentorship from experienced professionals and exposure to client engagement in the dynamic financial sector.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field.
• Demonstrable interest in business development and financial services.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in researching potential clients and market trends within the financial services industry.
• Support the sales team in preparing proposals, presentations, and client meeting materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective and existing clients through various communication channels.
• Coordinate client meetings and follow-up activities.
• Contribute to the development and execution of lead generation campaigns.
• Analyze sales data to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Gather client feedback to inform product and service enhancements.
• Participate in industry events and networking opportunities.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal & networking

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a leading financial services firm in Cape Town to recruit a Graduate Business Development Associate. You will support the business development team, identify market opportunities, nurture client relationships, and contribute to growth initiatives.

This office-based role offers mentorship from experienced professionals and exposure to client engagement in the dynamic financial sector.