Business Development Associate
Location | Kampala, Uganda |
Date Posted | March 19, 2025 |
Category | Business Development Management |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | UGX |
Description

JOB DETAILS:
Talent Foresight is a dynamic and innovative Human Resource and Management Consulting company dedicated to helping organizations optimize their talent acquisition and management strategies. We leverage cutting-edge technologies/methodologies to provide data-driven insights and solutions that empower our clients to build high-performing teams. We are passionate about fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where employees can thrive.
About the Job
The Business Development Associate will be part of Talent Foresight's growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in sales and business development, a deep understanding of the [industry] market, and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, results-oriented professional with exceptional communication and presentation skills.
Responsibilities
Strategic Business Development
• Identify and target key prospects and market segments to generate new business opportunities.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline.
Client Relationship Management
• Establish and nurture strong relationships with key decision-makers at prospective and existing clients.
• Conduct in-depth client needs assessments and develop tailored solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing expert guidance on talent strategies.
• Ensure exceptional client satisfaction and retention.
Sales and Presentations
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
• Negotiate and close deals, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements.
• Represent Talent Foresight at industry events and conferences.
Collaboration and Reporting
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, product development, and client success, to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities and client interactions in the CRM system.
• Provide regular reports on sales performance and market insights to management.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of the HR and Management market and talent management trends.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Proficiency in using Google Workspace tools such spreadsheet would be a plus.
• Proficiency in using CRM software would be a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Skills:
• Strategic thinking
• Business acumen
• Sales and negotiation
• Relationship management
• Market analysis
• Google Workspace proficiency
• CRM proficiency
• Presentation skills.