About
The Pistis Firm, a Nigerian business consulting and talent placement company, is seeking a motivated and ambitious Business Development Intern to support its growth and client acquisition activities.
The role offers hands-on exposure to business development, sales, market research, lead generation, client relationship management, and business strategy.
Job Description
The Business Development Intern will work with the business development team to identify growth opportunities, research potential clients, generate and qualify leads, and support sales and client relationship activities.
The successful candidate will gain practical experience in sales operations, market analysis, customer engagement, and strategic business development.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct market research to identify prospective clients, industry trends, and new business opportunities.
- Generate and qualify leads through online research, networking, and outreach.
- Assist in developing sales presentations, proposals, and business development materials.
- Maintain and update customer and prospect information using CRM systems.
- Support the scheduling of meetings and follow-ups with prospective clients.
- Assist with the development and execution of sales and marketing campaigns.
- Monitor competitor activities and provide insights to support business growth.
- Prepare reports and presentations on business development activities and performance.
- Collaborate with other teams on strategic business initiatives.
- Support client engagement and relationship management activities.
Qualifications & Requirements
Candidates should:
- Be currently pursuing or have recently completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate excellent research and analytical abilities.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace.
- Have strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Have an eagerness to learn about sales, business strategy, and customer relationship management.
- Familiarity with CRM tools is an added advantage.
Preferred Attributes
- Self-motivated and results-oriented.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to take initiative.
- Able to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
What the Internship Offers
Successful candidates will gain:
- Practical experience in business development and sales operations.
- Exposure to client engagement and market research.
- Mentorship from experienced business professionals.
- Opportunities to strengthen communication and negotiation skills.
- Potential consideration for future full-time employment based on performance.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to thepistisfirmtalent@gmail.com, using “Business Development Intern” as the subject of the email.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.