Business Development Trainee

We are seeking a dynamic and confident Business Development Trainee to join our Skills & Training Business Unit. This role is designed for an enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to business growth by identifying new opportunities, engaging potential customers, and converting leads generated through marketing efforts. The successful candidate will help expand the reach of our training portfolio in the market while building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys direct interaction, conducting meetings, and playing an active role in driving revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

- Proactively reach out to prospective customers via calls, emails, LinkedIn, and face-to-face meetings.
- Follow up on leads generated through marketing campaigns, events, webinars, and referrals to nurture potential business.
- Identify customer training needs and recommend appropriate training solutions tailored to their requirements.
- Schedule, coordinate, and conduct meetings with clients and prospects to present offerings and explore opportunities.
- Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and business pitches to support sales efforts.
- Maintain and update lead and opportunity pipelines using CRM or other tracking systems to ensure accurate reporting.
- Support the development and execution of sales plays and outreach strategies within the Business Unit.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, universities, and industry stakeholders to foster long-term partnerships.
- Collaborate internally with marketing and technical teams to align efforts and support business opportunities.
- Represent the company at events, seminars, and networking sessions to generate new business leads and increase brand visibility.
- Contribute actively towards achieving business development and revenue targets set for the Business Unit.

Required Qualifications

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently and professionally.
- A confident personality paired with strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with diverse clients.
- Comfortable conducting meetings and interacting with customers in a professional setting.
- Strong presentation and persuasion skills to effectively communicate the value of training solutions.
- Self-motivated and target-driven mindset, demonstrating initiative and persistence in achieving goals.
- Ability to build and maintain client relationships, ensuring ongoing engagement and satisfaction.
- Willingness to travel as needed for customer meetings and business-related activities.
- Basic understanding of sales, business development, or customer engagement concepts is advantageous.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a career in business development within the training sector, gaining hands-on experience in client engagement and sales processes. The position encourages growth through active participation in a collaborative environment, with exposure to various industries and stakeholders. If you are motivated by targets and enjoy building meaningful business relationships, this role will provide a solid foundation for your professional development.