Business Development Associate

About the Role

Ripple is expanding its Houston team and seeking ambitious, motivated individuals for a career in business development. This is an entry-level position with extensive in-house training, designed for individuals at the beginning of their careers or those looking to transition into business development. You will work across growing industries including financial technology, telecommunications, and consumer services.

What You'll Be Doing

You will work alongside experienced colleagues, developing practical business development skills while supporting customer acquisition and growth campaigns. Responsibilities include:

• Identifying new customer and business opportunities
• Building relationships with prospective customers and clients
• Presenting products and services confidently and professionally
• Learning sales techniques, negotiation, and relationship management
• Supporting customer acquisition and business growth initiatives
• Tracking performance and working towards individual and team targets

Who We're Looking For

We are interested in recent graduates, early-career professionals, and individuals from retail, hospitality, customer service, or other people-focused backgrounds.

Ideally, you will bring:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine interest in business, sales, and commercial growth
• Confidence meeting new people and building relationships
• A competitive mindset and motivation to achieve results
• A positive attitude towards coaching and feedback
• A strong work ethic and willingness to develop

Previous sales or business development experience is beneficial, but not essential.

Extensive Training & Career Development

Ripple provides structured in-house development including:

• Sales & Communication: Developing confidence in customer conversations, presentations, and negotiation
• Business Development: Understanding customer acquisition, commercial opportunities, and relationship building
• Campaign Management: Learning how business growth campaigns are organized, delivered, and measured
• Leadership Development: Building skills for coaching others and taking on additional responsibility

You will receive ongoing mentorship, practical coaching, and regular feedback. Opportunities for progression into senior business development, account management, campaign leadership, and team management are available based on performance.

Why Join Ripple?

Become part of an energetic, ambitious, and collaborative Houston team. The fully on-site environment provides daily access to experienced colleagues, immediate feedback, and practical learning opportunities.

This is a W-2 position offering a guaranteed base salary plus performance-based bonuses and incentives.