Company Description GHC Growth Lab is focused on strengthening the startup ecosystem by helping convert startup ideas into viable, scalable business models. The organization positions itself as a “startup for startup consultancy,” offering tailored advisory and mentoring services. Experienced professionals provide customized support with a strong emphasis on quality, prompt delivery, and professional conduct.

GHC Growth Lab partners closely with founders and teams to address their specific challenges and accelerate growth. Applicants will join a agile environment that values innovation, collaboration, and practical impact.

Role Description The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the startup ecosystem, particularly with early-stage and growth-stage companies. This full-time, on-site role based in Kochi involves building and maintaining client relationships, understanding client needs, and presenting tailored consultancy and mentoring solutions. The position includes conducting market research, developing outreach strategies, preparing proposals, and negotiating contracts.

The Business Development

Manager will collaborate with internal advisory teams to design customized service offerings, track performance metrics, and ensure a high level of client satisfaction.



The role also involves representing GHC Growth Lab at networking events, startup forums, and other industry gatherings to strengthen brand presence and generate leads.

Qualifications

- Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management, ideally within consulting, startups, or professional services.
- Strong relationship-building, client management, and stakeholder engagement skills to work effectively with founders and startup teams.
- Ability to conduct market and industry research, identify opportunities, and develop data-informed growth strategies.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate complex solutions clearly.
- Solid understanding of startup dynamics, business models, and entrepreneurship; prior exposure to startup ecosystems is highly beneficial.
- Capability to work independently, manage multiple engagements, and meet targets in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Marketing, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is a plus.
- Comfort with using CRM tools, productivity software, and online collaboration platforms to manage business development activities.

📌 Business Development Manager (Kochi)
🏢 GHC Growth Lab
📍 Kochi