Business Development Associate(Learning and Development) at Alister Greene Consulting

Purpose of the role: As Business Development Associate you will support the team in strategically sourcing, and consolidating leads to achieve the set revenue targets.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct research to identify new markets; consult with senior management to discuss innovation to existing products and services to meet the market demand.

• As a key member of the team, collaborate with Head BD  to execute growth strategies according to business priorities.

• Coordinate appointments, calls, and meetings between senior management and customers for discussing new opportunities and business expansions.

• Prepare sales proposals, and contract agreements;  negotiate and close deals.

• Support the head of the unit in organizing, and facilitating stakeholder meetings within and outside the financial industry

• Maintain superior knowledge of products and services

• Build strong relationships with industry professionals, competitors, and vendors

• Respond to questions, engage clients and ensure excellent customer relationships and satisfaction

• Participate in team meetings/learning sessions and contribute valuable ideas

• Accurately update relevant client information in the respective database

• Engage in performance management  objectives & key result-setting and execution

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, arts, or any related field.

• 2-4years Post NYSC sales/business development experience preferably in a consulting firm /training organization.

• Strong initiative and drive for results

• Excellent verbal and written communication.

• Robust desktop and in-person research, presentation, and reporting skills.

• Energetic, determined, and highly capable disposition.

• Excellent data management and analytical skills

• Excellent Microsoft suite skills - Microsoft   PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.