Graduate Business Development & Market Growth Associate

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; 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

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.