Business Development Associate

WORK WITH US :

Want to make the World a better place?

You have a better chance at that if you empower those steering Organizations, those leading, by giving them better tools to do their job better. If they’re better at deciding, Organizations get better outcomes, and that is likely to result in more jobs, more wealth, more sustainability, more transparency and accountability. Start with the Leaders.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

• Attend industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provide feedback and information on market and creative trends.
• Present to and consult with mid and senior level management on business trends with a view to developing new services, products, and distribution channels.
• Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales.
• Using knowledge of the market and competitors, identify and develop Thought Frameworks unique selling propositions and differentiators.

BACKGROUND AND SKILLS

Creativity and an excellent comprehension of software solutions, both on technical and functional topics, are important required skills.

Ability to fluently speak, read and write English + Knowledge of social media & Digital Marketing Space.

THE ROLE OF THE BUSINESS DEVELOPER

v Prospect for potential new local and international clients and turn this into increased business.

v Emails/calls as appropriate within your market and geographic area to ensure a robust pipeline of opportunities. Visit and meet potential clients by growing, maintaining, and leveraging your people network.

v Submit weekly progress reports and ensure data is accurate

v Identify potential clients, and the decision makers within the client organization.

v Research and build relationships with new clients.

v Set up meetings between client decision makers and Thought Frameworks practice leaders/founders.

v Plan approaches and pitches. Work with team to develop proposals that speaks to the client’s needs, concerns, and objectives.

v Participate in pricing the solution/service.

v Handle objections by clarifying, emphasizing agreements and working through differences to a positive conclusion. Use a variety of styles to persuade or negotiate appropriately.

v Present an image that mirrors that of the client.

OTHER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Business Networking, Persuasion, Prospecting, Public Speaking, Research, Writing, Closing Skills, Motivation for Sales, Prospecting Skills, Sales Planning, Identification of Customer Needs and Challenges, Territory Management, Market Knowledge, Meeting Sales Goals, Professionalism, CRM, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY

To apply, please reach out to us  and let us know how you feel you can help and why you’d fit the requirements.

Don’t forget to attach your Resume/ CV.