Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop new business opportunities across industries.
Generate qualified leads through networking, referrals, cold calling, email outreach, LinkedIn, and industry events.
Schedule and conduct client meetings to understand business requirements and present the agency's capabilities.
Prepare proposals, presentations, pitches, and commercial quotations in collaboration with internal teams.
Negotiate commercial terms and close new business deals.
Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and key decision-makers.
Collaborate with Creative, Digital, Strategy, and Client Servicing teams to develop tailored marketing solutions.
Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and achieve monthly and quarterly revenue targets.
Track sales activities using CRM and prepare regular business development reports.
Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging marketing prospects.
Represent the agency at networking events, exhibitions, and business forums.

Required Skills
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Solid networking and relationship-building abilities.
Proven sales and business development skills.
Ability to understand client business objectives and recommend appropriate marketing solutions.
Self-motivated,



target-oriented, and proactive.
Good proposal writing and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Mass Communication, or a related field.
MBA in Marketing or Sales is preferred.

Experience

Business Development Executive
1–3 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably in an advertising, branding, digital marketing, media, or creative agency.

Business Development Manager
4–8 years of experience in business development with a proven track record of achieving revenue targets.
Experience in agency sales and handling corporate clients is highly preferred.

Preferred Candidate Profile
Existing network with marketing heads, brand managers, founders, or business owners is an advantage.
Experience selling branding, digital marketing, website development, social media marketing, performance marketing, SEO, media planning, or creative services.
Solid understanding of integrated marketing solutions and advertising trends.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams.

Work Location: In person

📌 Business Development Executive / Manager Thane
🏢 Talentemple Advertising
📍 Thane