Hiring a Business Development Executive

Job Title: Business Development Executive (BDE)

Location: Marathahalli, Bengaluru

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Digital Marketing / Advertising / Agency

Experience Required: 1–2 Years

Salary: ₹20,000 per month + Performance-Based Incentives

Job Overview:

We are looking for a highly motivated and result-oriented Business Development Executive (BDE) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving business growth by identifying new opportunities, generating leads, converting prospects into clients, and building long-term customer relationships.

This role is best suited for candidates who have prior agency experience, possess strong communication skills, and are comfortable working in a target-driven environment. Knowledge of digital marketing services will be considered a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for the following duties:

1. Lead Generation & Prospecting

• Identify and generate new business opportunities through various channels such as cold calling, email outreach, social media, referrals, and inbound leads.
• Research potential clients and understand their business needs, challenges, and goals.
• Maintain a healthy pipeline of prospects to ensure consistent revenue flow.

2. Client Interaction & Sales Conversion

• Contact prospective clients to explain company services and offerings in a clear and persuasive manner.
• Schedule meetings, service demos, or consultations with potential clients.
• Understand client requirements and recommend suitable digital marketing solutions.
• Negotiate pricing, close deals, and achieve assigned sales targets on a monthly and quarterly basis.

3. Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the onboarding phase.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by providing timely responses and follow-ups.
• Encourage repeat business, referrals, and long-term partnerships.

4. Coordination with Internal Teams

• Work closely with the marketing, operations, and campaign execution teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Share accurate client requirements and expectations with internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate with the team to resolve client concerns and ensure timely service delivery.

5. Target Achievement & Performance Tracking

• Achieve and exceed assigned revenue and conversion targets.
• Track daily activities, follow-ups, and conversions using internal tracking systems.
• Prepare regular reports on lead status, conversions, and sales performance.
• Continuously improve sales strategies based on performance insights.

6. Market & Competitor Analysis

• Stay updated on industry trends, digital marketing practices, and competitor offerings.
• Provide feedback and insights to improve service offerings and sales pitch.
• Identify new market segments and growth opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

• Educational Qualification: Any Graduation (Mandatory)
• Experience: 1–2 years of relevant experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition.
• Agency Experience: Prior experience working in a digital marketing agency or advertising agency is mandatory.

Required Skills & Competencies:

1. Communication Skills 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• English and Kannada proficiency is mandatory.
• Ability to communicate confidently with clients and stakeholders.

2. Sales & Negotiation Skills

• Strong persuasion and negotiation abilities.
• Proven capability to close deals and meet sales targets.
• Ability to handle objections and convert leads into clients.

Digital Marketing Knowledge (Add-on Skill):

• Basic understanding of digital marketing services such as:
  • SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
  • Google Ads & Paid Advertising
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Website Development
  • Content Marketing
• Willingness to continuously learn and upgrade skills in digital marketing.

Professional Traits:

• Self-motivated and goal-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong follow-up skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Performance Expectations:

• Consistently achieve assigned monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Maintain accurate records of leads, follow-ups, and conversions.
• Demonstrate professionalism and ethical sales practices.
• Contribute to overall company growth and brand reputation.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Fixed Salary: ₹20,000 per month
• Incentives: 
  • Attractive performance based incentives with no upper limit*
  • Opportunity to earn higher income based on performance.
  • Professional growth and learning opportunities.
  • Exposure to the digital marketing industry and client-facing experience.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.

*Incentives will be calculated based on achieved targets and company incentive policy.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with a fast growing digital marketing agency.
• Clear career growth path in sales and business development.
• Performance-driven culture with rewards for achievers.

Hands-on exposure to digital marketing solutions and client management.