The Business Development Intern will play a vital role in supporting the business development team by identifying potential clients, assisting with lead generation, and contributing to market outreach efforts. This position involves conducting market research, preparing reports, updating databases, and helping with presentations and proposals. The intern will also assist in following up with prospective and existing clients, coordinate with internal teams to enhance customer service, and participate in meetings or briefings as required. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity based in Islamabad, offering valuable hands-on experience within the insurance and financial services sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the business development team in identifying and qualifying potential clients.
- Assist with lead generation activities and contribute to market outreach campaigns.
- Conduct market research to gather relevant data and insights.
- Prepare basic reports and update internal databases regularly.
- Assist in the preparation of presentations, proposals, and other client-facing documents.
- Follow up with prospective and existing clients to maintain engagement.
- Coordinate with internal teams to support customer service and ensure client satisfaction.
- Participate actively in team meetings, briefings, and training sessions.
Required Qualifications
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market and customer data effectively.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Proven ability in lead generation and market research to support business growth.
- Customer service skills to help maintain positive client relationships.
- Enrollment in or completion of a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Comfortable working with digital tools and CRM systems.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and ability to collaborate within a diverse team.
This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a dynamic industry while developing key skills in business development and client management. The role is designed for individuals who are motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to a growing organization.