Young Talent Program (Business Development) at Careers Verified

The Young Talent Program – Business Development is designed to identify, train, and develop high-potential graduates into future business growth leaders. Participants will receive structured training, hands-on field exposure, mentorship, and performance-based evaluations across sales, partnerships, market research, and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the identification and development of new business opportunities
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to support growth strategies
• Assist in lead generation, prospecting, and client onboarding activities
• Participate in sales pitches, presentations, and proposal development
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners
• Track sales activities, pipeline progress, and performance metrics
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to execute go-to-market plans
• Support account management and customer retention initiatives
• Prepare reports, insights, and recommendations for management

Learning & Development Areas

• Business development and sales fundamentals
• Client engagement and relationship management
• Negotiation and presentation skills
• Market intelligence and data analysis
• Commercial strategy and revenue growth
• Professional workplace ethics and communication

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Finance, or related fields
• 0 years of work experience (NYSC completed)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities
• High level of initiative, drive, and willingness to learn
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Sales or customer-facing experience is an added advantage

Key Competencies

• Commercial awareness
• Persuasion and negotiation skills
• Relationship-building ability
• Result-oriented mindset
• Team collaboration
• Adaptability and resilience

What We Offer

• Structured training and mentorship
• Hands-on business development exposure
• Performance-based incentives
• Career progression opportunities
• Competitive entry-level compensation
• Opportunity for full-time placement upon successful completion