Business development associate (intern)

About the Role

Cornixe is looking for motivated and results-oriented Business Development Associates to join our growing sales team. As a BDA, you will be responsible for connecting with prospective customers, understanding their requirements, presenting the right solutions, managing follow-ups, and converting qualified leads into customers. The role requires strong communication skills, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to work towards defined sales targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Connect with prospective customers through calls, WhatsApp, and other communication channels.
• Understand customer requirements, goals, and challenges through effective conversations.
• Present and explain Cornixe's products and mentorship programs based on customer needs.
• Qualify leads and identify genuine sales opportunities.
• Conduct sales conversations and convert qualified prospects into customers.
• Follow up consistently with prospective customers throughout the sales cycle.
• Handle customer queries, concerns, and objections professionally.
• Maintain accurate lead and customer information in the CRM.
• Achieve assigned daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.
• Work closely with the Sales Team Lead and contribute to overall team objectives.
• Continuously improve sales, communication, negotiation, and customer-handling skills.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Good listening and customer-handling abilities.
• Target-oriented and self-motivated approach.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with prospective customers.
• Strong follow-up and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced sales environment.
• Freshers with strong communication and a willingness to build a career in sales are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience in business development, inside sales, tele-sales, EdTech, counselling, or customer acquisition will be an advantage.

Language Requirements

Proficiency in any one or more of the following languages is required:

• English
• Telugu
• Hindi
• Kannada

Candidates proficient in multiple languages will have an added advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Structured sales training and ongoing mentorship.
• Opportunity to work in a growth-oriented sales environment.
• Career growth opportunities based on performance.
• Recognition and rewards for high-performing team members.
• Practical experience in business development, sales, customer acquisition, and relationship management.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who are confident communicators, comfortable speaking with customers, committed to achieving targets, and eager to develop a long-term career in sales. If you are ambitious, customer-focused, and motivated by performance, we invite you to apply for the Business Development Associate position at Cornixe.