Business Development Associate

Core Responsibilities Lead Generation: Identify and research prospective clients via LinkedIn, cold calling, email campaigns, and networking.Lead Qualification: Evaluate prospects to determine their needs, budget, and readiness to purchase.Sales Support: Assist senior Business Development Managers by scheduling meetings, setting up product demos, and preparing proposals. CRM Management: Maintain accurate records of all client interactions, follow-ups, and pipeline status in customer relationship management software (e.g., Salesforce, Hub Spot).Market Research: Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to spot new growth opportunities.Required Skills & Qualifications Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to pitch products and build rapport.Sales Acumen: Persistence, active listening, and the ability to handle rejection and objections.Data Organization: Basic proficiency in using CRM tools and Excel for tracking sales metrics.Education: A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.Collaboration: Ability to work cross-functionally with marketing and product development team.