Company Description The Spotlight Story is a global business magazine and digital platform that highlights visionary leaders, innovative businesses, startups, and organizations shaping the future of commerce and industry. Through executive interviews, leadership features, company spotlights, and industry insights, the platform showcases impactful journeys and ideas driving meaningful change worldwide. Its mission is to inspire, inform, and empower entrepreneurs, business professionals, investors, and emerging leaders with stories of innovation, resilience, and leadership.

Applicants joining The Spotlight Story will contribute to a dynamic, story-driven environment focused on spotlighting excellence and connecting audiences with transformative business narratives.

Role Description The Business Development Executive role is a full-time hybrid position based in Pune. This role involves identifying and pursuing recent business opportunities, including prospecting and generating qualified leads for advertising, partnerships, and sponsorships. Day-to-day responsibilities include building and nurturing client relationships, managing key accounts, conducting needs assessments, and presenting tailored solutions aligned with The Spotlight Story’s offerings.

The role also requires collaboration with editorial and marketing teams to design proposals,



negotiate commercial terms, track sales pipelines, and report on performance.

The Business Development

Executive is expected to maintain market awareness, represent the brand professionally, and support long-term revenue growth and strategic partnerships.

Qualifications

- Candidates should possess strong New Business Development and Lead Generation skills to identify, qualify, and convert opportunities.
- Candidates should possess solid Account Management and client relationship skills to maintain and grow existing partnerships.
- Candidates should possess excellent Communication and business presentation skills to engage stakeholders and influence decisions.
- Candidates should possess a good understanding of business concepts and commercial acumen to develop effective proposals and negotiate agreements.
- Relevant experience in media, publishing, advertising, or B2B services is beneficial.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
- Ability to work from an office setup in Pune, manage time independently, and use CRM or sales tools effectively.
- Strong ethical standards, a growth mindset, and a results-oriented approach to meeting targets and contributing to team success.

📌 Business Development Executive (Pune)
🏢 The Spotlight Story
📍 Pune