We are seeking an energetic and motivated Business Development Associate to join a growing team within an established financial services organization. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone interested in building a career in sales or business development.
The Business Development Associate will be responsible for responding to inbound leads, identifying and qualifying prospective clients, and conducting proactive outbound outreach. Qualified opportunities will be transitioned to the sales and consulting team. This organization offers a comprehensive training program designed to provide the knowledge, tools, and support needed to succeed. The ideal candidate is motivated, personable, persistent, and comfortable communicating with prospects over the phone.
Key Responsibilities:
Complete a comprehensive onboarding and training program
Respond to and qualify inbound leads
Conduct proactive outbound calls to identify and develop new business opportunities
Build relationships with prospective clients and effectively identify their needs
Qualify leads and schedule appointments for the sales and consulting team
Maintain consistent daily call activity and work toward monthly performance goals
Accurately document lead and prospect information within CRM and sales platforms
Participate in ongoing training and professional development
Develop knowledge of company products, services, and industry trends
Maintain a professional and positive experience throughout all prospect interactions
Collaborate with the business development, sales, and consulting teams to support overall growth
Qualifications:
Previous sales experience is not required
Strong verbal communication and professional phone presence
Confident, outgoing, and comfortable speaking with prospective clients
Strong questioning and listening skills
Motivated, persistent, and goal-oriented
Ability to handle rejection and remain positive
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of initiative
Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Some travel may be required
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Location
Houston, TX
Skills
Business Developmentunmatched
Calendar Managementunmatched
Consultingunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)unmatched
Entrepreneurshipunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Financial Servicesunmatched
Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Needs Assessmentunmatched
Onboardingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Salesunmatched
Sales Prospectingunmatched
Sales Qualificationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Training Programunmatched
Training Program Developmentunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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