Business Development Associate - IT sales

Role Description

The Business Development Associate role is a full-time, on-site position based in Noida. The individual in this role will identify and pursue new business opportunities, generate qualified leads, and support the sales pipeline through regular outreach and follow-up with prospective clients. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting market research, preparing and delivering presentations, maintaining accurate records in CRM or tracking tools, and coordinating with internal teams to align service offerings with client needs. The role also involves building and nurturing relationships with decision-makers, scheduling meetings and demos, and contributing to proposals and business development strategies. The Business Development Associate is expected to meet set targets, report on business development activities, and actively participate in team meetings and planning sessions.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Presentation Skills and experience creating and delivering effective Presentations to clients and stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess skills in Lead Generation and Market Research to identify prospects, analyze market trends, and support business growth.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills, including clear verbal and written communication and professional client interaction.
• Relevant qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field, along with prior experience in business development or sales (preferably in services or HR domains).
• Additional beneficial skills include familiarity with CRM tools, ability to work towards targets, strong interpersonal skills, and a proactive, collaborative approach to team-based work.

About Tikshark :-

Tikshark is a fast-growing digital-first company focused on helping brands scale through performance-driven marketing, strategic business growth, and innovative digital solutions. We work closely with startups, founders, and growing businesses to build strong digital presence, generate qualified leads, and create sustainable revenue models.

At Tikshark, we value ownership, execution, and growth mindset. You will be working directly with the founders and co-founders, gaining hands-on exposure to real business decisions and high-impact strategies

About the role :-

As a Business Development Associate, you will be a key member of our sales team, playing a vital role in driving company growth by identifying new business opportunities and building strong relationships with potential clients. You will work closely with the sales and marketing teams to execute strategies that enhance our market presence.

Responsibilities :-

·      Identify and develop new business opportunities to expand the company's market reach.

·      Build and maintain relationships with potential clients through various communication channels.

·      Assist in developing and executing strategies to drive sales and achieve targets.

·      Conduct market research to identify trends and potential opportunities.

·      Collaborate with the marketing team to align sales strategies with marketing initiatives.

·      Prepare and deliver presentations and proposals to prospective clients.

·      Track and report on key performance metrics to senior management.

Qualifications :-

·      Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

·      Proven experience in sales, business development, or a related role.

·      Experience in digital marketing is an added advantage

·      Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

·      Analytical mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and solutions.

·      Proactive and goal-oriented approach to achieving sales targets.

Skills :-

·      Sales

·      Business Development

·      Market Research

·      Communication

·      Presentation

·      Salesforce

·      Microsoft Office

Founder Collaboration

• Work directly with founders and co-founders on growth strategy and execution
• Provide insights, reports, and data-driven recommendations
• Act as a bridge between sales, marketing, and leadership teams

Location: Remote / Hybrid

Experience Required: Experienced candidates only

Major Priority:- FEMALES

Key Responsibilities:

1. Identify, qualify and reach-out potential clients through various channels including cold calling, emails, and LinkedIn.
2. Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients to understand their needs and provide tailored IT solutions.
3. Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and product demonstrations to prospective clients.
4. Assist in the development and execution of sales strategies to achieve company targets and objectives.
5. Work closely with Tech teams to develop project pitches, estimations, and formal proposals.
6. Maintain accurate records of all lead interactions and activities in CRM systems like HubSpot.
7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set client expectations and ensure seamless communication between technical teams and clients.
8. Lead the end-to-end process from initiation to closure of deals, including communication and follow-up with leads via email, phone, virtual, and face-to-face meetings.

Requirement

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a business development or sales role, preferably within the IT consulting or software services industry.
• Proven track record of lead generation and conversion, with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems like Salesforce, HubSpot, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong technical acumen, with familiarity in IT consulting and software services.
• Experience in pre-sales activities, documentation, and negotiation processes is highly desirable.

About Us

At Codemonk, we are a Product Engineering and AI Studio, helping businesses build scalable digital products and AI-driven solutions. We collaborate with startups and global enterprises to deliver innovative technology solutions across product development, AI/ML, and engineering services.

About Codemonk Handpicked Codemonk Handpicked is the specialized talent solutions division of Codemonk, helping companies scale their engineering teams through Contract Staffing and Contract-to-Hire (C2H) hiring solutions. We partner with startups and enterprises to provide high-quality technology professionals quickly and efficiently, enabling businesses to build agile, high-performing teams.

Role Overview

As a Business Development Associate at Codemonk Handpicked, you will drive business growth by identifying new client opportunities, building strong relationships, and generating demand for our Contract Staffing and C2H services. Your focus will be primarily on domestic (India) accounts - prospecting startups and enterprises building out their engineering teams. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys consultative selling, outbound prospecting, and working in the fast-paced IT staffing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research prospective clients and new business opportunities within the Indian market.

• Generate qualified leads through cold calling, emails, LinkedIn outreach, networking, and other prospecting activities.

• Schedule client meetings and understand hiring requirements related to Contract Staffing and C2H engagements.

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with prospective and existing clients.

• Present Codemonk Handpicked's staffing solutions and articulate our value proposition effectively.

• Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities, and client interactions in the CRM.

• Collaborate with the recruitment team to understand client requirements and ensure smooth handover of hiring mandates.

• Achieve monthly business development and revenue targets (see "What Success Looks Like" below).

• Stay updated on industry trends, hiring patterns, and competitor activity.

What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months)

• 8–12 qualified client meetings booked per month

• 2–4 unique contract staffing positions brought in per month, sourced from these meetings

Requirements

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

• 1–2 years of experience in Business Development, Sales, or Client Acquisition, preferably in the IT Staffing, Contract Staffing, or Recruitment Services industry.

• Experience in outbound prospecting, lead generation, and client relationship management.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar platforms.

• Strong negotiation and consultative selling skills. • Self-driven, target-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

• Understanding of the technology hiring ecosystem and staffing services.

• Prior experience prospecting into startup or tech-enterprise accounts. Tools You'll Use CRM (HubSpot), LinkedIn Sales Navigator, email outreach (Apollo or equivalent).

What You'll Bring

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to identify customer pain points and position the right staffing solution.

• A proactive mindset with excellent follow-up and pipeline management skills.

• Passion for sales and delivering an exceptional client experience.

About Us:

With a mission to upgrade the digital marketing industry with profound practical expertise and innovation, InSnap Technologies started its operations in 2018. Founded as a subsidiary of Spokesly INC based out of California, USA).

InSnap has grown to be a family of some of the best talent from around the world who empowered thousands of businesses of achieve their digital marketing goals. Powered with business intelligence data, vision, and out-of-the-box thinking, InSnap provides novelty solutions and tools to rest all the digital marketing worries for a B2B enterprise.

Role: Business Development Associate

Location: 747, Pooja Bulding,80 Ft road 4th Block, Koramangala, Bangalore,Karnataka-560034

Job Type: Full-Time, Night Shift

Eligibility Criteria:

👉🏼 Graduate (Any stream).

👉🏼 Minimum 1 year experience in inside sales/business development with revenue-based

responsibilities for the US/UK market.

👉🏼 Excellent communication, discovery, customer service and presentation skills (written

and verbal) to persuasively connect with senior level decision makers.

👉🏼 High level of proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel,

Outlook)

👉🏼 Proven ability to maintain a steady pipeline for short/mid/long term sales goal.

Key Responsibilities:

👉🏼 Demonstrate effective selling skills and product understanding to uncover customer needs

to position an appropriate solution.

👉🏼 Update and create tailored client proposals and negotiate further to close the deals.

👉🏼 Understand, monitor, and evaluate industry trends and customer drivers.

👉🏼 Manage proposal response process, including detailed RFP requirements, content

creation, and inputs from various sources.

👉🏼 Nurturing accounts and contacts through various mediums of communication.

👉🏼 Develop and implement overarching sales and business development strategy, sales

processes, structure, and best practices across the company.

👉🏼 Support deal structure and pricing with business value analysis; negotiate prices for

proactive bids and proposals.

What You'll Do

• Generate and qualify new business opportunities
• Prospect through LinkedIn, Upwork, Apollo, referrals, networking, and cold outreach
• Lead discovery calls and client meetings
• Collaborate with our technical team on proposals
• Negotiate contracts and close deals
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Basic understanding of sales processes and lead follow-up
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Familiarity with CRM tools and office productivity software is a plus
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Any Graduate or Master's degree can apply

We are seeking a proficient Business Development Executive to join our business development team. You will be responsible for identifying and generating new business opportunities, acting as the front line of our company. Your primary focus will be on outbound prospecting—finding potential clients, engaging them in initial conversations, and setting up qualified meetings for our Business consulting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and ambitious individual to build a foundation in sales and make a significant impact on our company’s growth.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Generation: Research and identify new business opportunities and target markets for our custom software solutions.
• Outbound Prospecting: Conduct targeted outreach through cold calls, emails, and LinkedIn to generate new leads and qualify potential clients.
• Initial Engagement: Be the first point of contact for potential clients, understanding their business needs and pain points to determine if they are a good fit for our services.
• Meeting Scheduling: Successfully schedule and coordinate introductory meetings and discovery calls between qualified leads and our Business consulting team.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all prospecting activities and lead information in CRM system.
• Market Intelligence: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and new market opportunities.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Business team to refine outreach strategies, messaging, and target customer profiles.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in a BDR, SDR, or similar outbound sales role, preferably within the IT services or B2B SaaS industry.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English. The ability to write compelling emails and have professional, engaging conversations is essential.
• Resilience: A “hunter” mentality with a high level of resilience and a positive attitude. You must be comfortable with rejection and persistent in your efforts.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a pipeline of leads and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Tech Savvy: Familiarity with CRM software and prospecting tools.
• Curiosity & Learning Mindset: A genuine curiosity about technology and a desire to understand client business needs. You should be a self-starter who is eager to learn and grow.
• Education: A bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field is a plus.

Business Development Manager (BDM)

Experience: 3–7 Years

Location: Hyderabad

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to drive new business opportunities, build client relationships, and achieve revenue targets. The candidate should have strong communication, negotiation, and lead-generation skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities through cold calling, email campaigns, LinkedIn, networking, and referrals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, prospects, and key stakeholders.
• Understand client requirements and propose suitable products/services/solutions.
• Manage the complete sales cycle from lead generation to closure.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, quotations, and commercial negotiations.
• Conduct client meetings and product/service presentations.
• Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and provide regular sales forecasts.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue and business development targets.
• Coordinate with internal teams such as Recruitment, Delivery, Presales, and Operations to ensure successful client onboarding.
• Track market trends, competitors, and potential business opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities, activities, and closures in CRM.

Required Skills

• 3–7 years of experience in Business Development / B2B Sales / IT Sales / Staffing Sales.
• Strong lead generation and client acquisition experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
• Experience managing the complete sales lifecycle.
• Good understanding of CRM tools such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, or similar.
• Ability to work independently and achieve targets.

Preferred

• Experience in IT Services, Staffing/Recruitment, Software, or Technology Solutions.
• Existing client network and experience in B2B enterprise sales.
• Experience handling clients in the US/UK/APAC markets is an advantage.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Associate to join our sales team. The role involves engaging with aspiring career professionals, understanding their career goals, and guiding them toward suitable technology-focused learning opportunities.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Connect with prospective learners through calls and other communication channels.
• Understand customer career goals, requirements, and learning needs.
• Explain relevant programs and effectively communicate their value.
• Qualify leads and drive conversions throughout the sales cycle.
• Follow up with prospective and existing learners to maintain engagement.
• Handle customer queries and provide a smooth sales experience.
• Achieve and exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.
• Maintain accurate records of leads, follow-ups, and conversions.
• Consistently meet required sales inputs, outputs, and revenue targets.

Must-Have Requirements:

• 1–6 years of experience in Sales, Business Development, Inside Sales, or IT Services.
• Minimum 1 years of EdTech experience is mandatory.
• Sales experience is mandatory.
• Graduation in any discipline; B.Tech preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong sales orientation with a proven focus on target achievement.
• Basic knowledge of Lead/Sales handling (LS).
• Strong customer handling, persuasion, negotiation, and conversion skills.

Good to Have:

• Experience in K12 and technology-based domains.
• Experience handling or selling technology products/services.
• Experience handling ticket sizes above ₹50,000.
• Strong exposure to B2C / Inside Sales environments.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

1. Identify and acquire new corporate clients.
2. Generate new business opportunities through cold calling, emails, and other digital platforms.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients.
4. Present company products/services and explain their benefits to potential customers.
5. Follow up on leads and convert prospects into clients.
6. Achieve assigned sales and business development targets.
7. Maintain accurate records of client interactions and sales activities.