Graduate Business Development Associate

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

About the Role

Our client, a leading financial services firm headquartered in the vibrant city of Cape Town , is looking for a driven Graduate Business Development Associate. This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate to kick-start their career in a client-facing role within the dynamic financial sector. You will be responsible for supporting the business development team in identifying new market opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and contributing to strategic growth initiatives. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent communication skills and a keen interest in finance. Based in our prestigious Cape Town office, you will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining exposure to all facets of business development and client engagement. The role is office-based to foster team collaboration and provide direct mentorship.

Key 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.

Requirements

• A degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrable interest in business development and the financial services industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and networking abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa and based in or near Cape Town .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Structured career development path with clear growth opportunities.
• Exposure to senior leadership and industry experts.
• Regular team-building events and social activities.
• On-site training programs.
• Work in a modern office environment in beautiful Cape Town .