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Business Development Executive
Babylon
Job Sector: Business Management / Development
Location: Dublin - Ireland
Type: Full-time
Period: 1 - 3 months
Remote Internship: No
Languages: English (Default)
Description: Babylon is a multicultural site which integrates non-Irish people into Ireland. We have four main components: Informational content, radio, fresh journalistic content and events.The internship is for a minimum period of three months and the position is unpaid at the moment. It is an exciting opportunity for those who are looking for some hands-on experience. We are looking for a highly energetic and focused business development executive to join our team. This individual will be working closely with the CEO to find and qualify leads to follow up with, help create marketing literature, and be involved in maximizing advertising revenue for the business.The primary focus of the role will be on providing best practice customer engagement in the handling of advertising across all relevant categories in order to maximize revenues. He/She is also responsible for developing new business contacts and completing weekly target goals for Babylon. Responsibilities: Conducting research on potential clients' products or services Finding prospects, following up on business opportunities and generating leads Setting up meetings with potential clients to present advertising proposals and address their concerns Persuading clients to purchase company advertising space by communicating the benefits of various types of advertising Building and sustaining long-lasting relationships with existing and potential clients Assisting the marketing team in the preparation of media kits and promotional plans Preparing sample advertisements for clients Negotiating to close of sale in conjunction with senior management Key link between Babylon management and clients to ensure consistency, prioritisation and escalations Writing detailed reports and preparing presentations for the clients Requirements: Essential: Highly motivated and target-driven with a proven track record in sales Excellent selling, communication and negotiation skills Excellent time management and prioritization skills Strong attention to detail Ability to build strong relationships with the teams Adequate knowledge of G Suite. Professional and able to maintain confidentiality Self starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment Committed to collaboration and teamwork Understanding of the flexible nature of this role Desirable: Bachelor’s degree within Marketing/business field or related third level degree Prior experience as a Sales Representative/Business Management Executive. Experience in Trello
