The posting
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Business Development Executive to spearhead new client acquisition, cultivate strategic partnerships, and drive significant revenue growth. This role is perfect for a strategic thinker who excels in a fast-paced, creative environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales or business development, with a preference for experience within the advertising, media, or digital services industry.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead Generation & Client Acquisition
- Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities through both outbound prospecting and inbound lead channels.
- Conduct thorough market research to identify emerging industry trends and understand potential client needs.
- Build and manage a robust sales pipeline to consistently meet and exceed ambitious revenue targets.
2. Pitching & Proposal Development
- Craft compelling pitch decks, presentations, and proposals that are specifically tailored to address client goals and demonstrate value.
- Lead discovery calls and meetings with prospective clients to deeply understand their pain points and effectively offer customized solutions.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams including creative, strategy, and operations to ensure the feasibility of proposed solutions and alignment with company capabilities.
3. Relationship Management
- Develop and maintain strong, lasting relationships with key clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
- Ensure a smooth and effective handover of newly signed clients to the account management teams.
- Actively attend industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote the company and expand its reach.
4. Sales Reporting & Strategy
- Track and report on key sales metrics, including lead conversion rates, pipeline value, and client acquisition costs.
- Provide valuable insights and feedback to inform and improve offerings, pricing strategies, and market positioning.
- Contribute to strategic planning, growth forecasting, and market expansion initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- 4–6 years of experience in business development, sales, or partnerships, ideally within the advertising, media, or digital services industry.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) and managing sales pipelines.
- Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and a proactive, self-starter attitude.
What We Offer
- Competitive executive compensation package
- Performance-based incentives and equity options
- Access to high-value local and international client portfolios
- Strong support from a collaborative executive and operations team
- Opportunities to scale the business and influence long-term strategy



