Graduate Business Development Associate

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary with 
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Hybrid work model providing 
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Comprehensive training and mentorship

Career advancement opportunities

Exposure to diverse industries

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit (Mbombela) is seeking a proactive Graduate Business Development Associate to learn the fundamentals of business development, market research, and client engagement in a fast-paced environment.

You will support the senior team by identifying potential leads, researching markets, and assisting in growth strategies, with a hybrid work model offering flexibility and hands-on mentorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn about business development and sales.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential new business opportunities and target markets.
• Assist in developing and preparing proposals and presentations for prospective clients.
• Support the sales team by qualifying leads and managing prospect databases.
• Conduct market research to identify competitive landscape and industry trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and engagement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Economics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for proactive and motivated Graduate Business Development Associates to join their team in Nelspruit. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals eager to learn the fundamentals of business development, market research, and client engagement. You will support the senior business development team by identifying potential leads, analyzing market trends, and assisting in the development of growth strategies. Working in a hybrid model, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced commercial environment, contributing to strategic initiatives and building valuable professional skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential new business opportunities and target markets.
• Assist in developing and preparing proposals and presentations for prospective clients.
• Support the sales team by qualifying leads and managing prospect databases.
• Conduct market research to identify competitive landscape and industry trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn about business development and sales.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship programs.
• Opportunities for career advancement within business development.
• Exposure to diverse industries and strategic growth initiatives.