Graduate Business Development Associate

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Sales training

High-impact projects

Exposure to senior leadership

Centurion location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a bright Graduate Business Development Associate to join our Centurion team. You will support market research, identify growth opportunities, and help shape proposals and strategic plans while building strong client relationships.

You will collaborate with sales and marketing to execute development strategies, gain hands-on commercial experience, and learn from senior leaders in a dynamic, fast‑moving company culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and business development principles.
• Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proactive, results-oriented mindset with a passion for business growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and qualifying new business leads through market research and outreach activities.
• Support the development of proposals, presentations, and strategic plans for new market entry.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market trend research to identify growth opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with potential clients and partners, fostering engagement.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to execute business development strategies effectively.

Skills

Market research

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking bright, motivated Graduate Business Development Associates to join their innovative team in Centurion . This role is designed for recent graduates passionate about driving growth, identifying new market opportunities, and building strong client relationships. You will play a crucial role in supporting the business development team, conducting market research, and contributing to strategic planning. This position offers a fantastic entry point into the commercial side of our business, providing hands‑on experience and the opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals in a dynamic and forward‑thinking company culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and qualifying new business leads through market research and outreach activities.
• Support the development of proposals, presentations, and strategic plans for new market entry.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market trend research to identify growth opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with potential clients and partners, fostering engagement.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to execute business development strategies effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and business development principles.
• Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
• A proactive, results-oriented mindset with a passion for business growth.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Extensive training in sales techniques and business development strategies.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects and directly influence company growth.
• Exposure to senior leadership and diverse business functions.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment located in Centurion