Growth-Driven Junior Business Development Apprentice

Anonymous; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Potential for permanent employment

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Anonymous is a dynamic consultancy based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeking a motivated Junior Business Development Apprentice to learn all facets of sales, marketing and strategic growth. You will work closely with senior management, gaining hands-on experience in client relations and market research.

The role offers comprehensive on-the-job training, exposure to real client projects, and potential for permanent employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and grow in business development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential new clients and market opportunities in Pietermaritzburg and surrounding areas.
• Support senior sales team in proposals, presentations, and sales collateral.
• Engage with prospective clients across channels, gather information and schedule meetings.
• Maintain CRM with accurate data.
• Participate in team meetings, contribute ideas for sales strategies.
• Conduct market research on industry trends and competitors.
• Shadow experienced business development managers to learn negotiation and closing deals.
• Provide administrative support to the business development department.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Matric certificate or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Anonymous is a dynamic consultancy based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeking a motivated Junior Business Development Apprentice to learn all facets of sales, marketing and strategic growth. You will work closely with senior management, gaining hands-on experience in client relations and market research.

The role offers comprehensive on-the-job training, exposure to real client projects, and potential for permanent employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.