Business Development Associate
Field Sales | Digital Technology | Business Partnerships
Company: Let's Connect – LETS CONNECT CARD LTD Website: https://letsconnectcard.com Vacancies: 10 positions Opportunity type: Part-time student opportunities and full-time graduate opportunities Locations: Wolverhampton, Walsall, Wednesbury, Birmingham, London and other UK locations Working arrangement: Field-based, with some remote administration and follow-up work
Build Commercial Experience While You Study
Are you studying Business Management, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Entrepreneurship, IT, or a related subject? Would you like to put your academic knowledge into practice by working directly with businesses?
Let's Connect is expanding its presence across the UK and is inviting applications from university students, recent graduates and aspiring business professionals who want to develop practical experience in sales, technology, marketing and business development.
We are offering an opportunity to become involved in the commercial growth of a UK technology business, working with local businesses, independent retailers, printing companies and corporate customers.
This is an opportunity to move beyond classroom learning and understand how modern businesses acquire customers, develop partnerships, introduce new technology and generate recurring revenue.
We have up to 10 opportunities available for suitable applicants.
Discover What We Do
Let's Connect is a UK-based digital identity and business technology company developing solutions that help businesses improve their customer engagement and online presence.
Our product range includes:
- Smart NFC Business Cards: Digital networking cards that allow people to share their professional details through a simple contactless tap or QR code.
- Digital Business Profiles: Customisable digital profiles for individuals, professionals and organisations.
- Review Collection Solutions: Tools that help businesses encourage customers to share feedback and reviews.
- LocalSEOAI: An AI-powered platform designed to help businesses manage and improve their Google Business Profile presence.
- Digital Business Growth Solutions: Subscription-based software services and micro-kiosk franchise opportunities.
Our objective is to help traditional businesses embrace practical digital tools while developing long-term commercial relationships with local business communities.
Your Role: Take Technology to the Business Community
As a Business Development Associate, you will participate in introducing our products and services to businesses within your allocated geographical area.
You will gain experience in how commercial conversations develop into customer relationships, partnerships and business opportunities.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Business Engagement and Field Research
Visit local businesses, printing companies, retailers and professional service providers. Introduce the company and understand the challenges they face in networking, customer acquisition, digital marketing and online visibility.
2. Product Presentations
Demonstrate how NFC business cards, QR profiles and digital review tools work. Explain their practical applications and help prospective customers understand the commercial value of the solutions.
3. Partnership Development
Identify independent print shops, copy centres and retailers that could benefit from becoming Let's Connect distribution partners.
4. Digital Business Solutions
Introduce suitable customers to LocalSEOAI and other digital subscription services, demonstrating how technology can support their marketing and business development activities.
5. Customer Relationship Management
Maintain communication with prospective and existing customers, organise follow-ups, record discussions and assist with customer onboarding.
6. Market Research and Territory Development
Research local commercial areas, identify potential business customers, understand competitor activity and report opportunities to the management team.
7. Commercial Growth Projects
Participate in practical projects involving customer acquisition, new market development, retail partnerships and digital product promotion.
Who Would Benefit From This Opportunity?
We particularly welcome applications from students and graduates studying or qualified in:
- Business Management and Administration.
- Marketing and Digital Marketing.
- Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development.
- Information Technology and Computer Science.
- Sales and Customer Relationship Management.
- Business Analytics and Management Studies.
- Media, Communications and related disciplines.
Previous commercial experience is beneficial but not essential for every applicant. We are interested in individuals who demonstrate initiative, professionalism, communication skills and a willingness to develop.
You may be particularly suited to this opportunity if you:
- Enjoy communicating with business owners and professionals.
- Want practical exposure to business development and customer acquisition.
- Are interested in digital technology, NFC products and AI-powered business solutions.
- Would like to understand how a growing business develops commercial partnerships.
- Can organise your own activities and work towards agreed objectives.
- Want to develop experience that complements your university studies.
Remuneration and Performance Incentives
We believe that professional development should be accompanied by a fair and transparent remuneration arrangement.
The role will include:
Hourly remuneration
Successful candidates engaged as workers will receive an hourly rate at or above the applicable National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage for their age and circumstances, from the commencement of paid work.
Performance-based commission
Additional commission opportunities will be available for eligible sales and successfully developed business accounts.
The commission scheme will be documented separately, explaining applicable rates, qualifying transactions, payment dates, cancellations and any performance incentives.
Working arrangements
Part-time schedules will be considered for university students, with hours agreed in advance. Full-time opportunities may be available for graduates and other applicants who are legally entitled to work full-time in the UK.
Applicants holding Student immigration permission must comply with their individual work restrictions. The Company will verify right-to-work conditions before employment begins. This opportunity is not offered as self-employment.
What Will You Gain?
This opportunity is designed to provide practical exposure to commercial activities that are valuable across several professional career paths.
Commercial Experience
Understand how businesses identify customers, communicate product value, negotiate commercial opportunities and develop customer relationships.
Technology Industry Exposure
Gain familiarity with NFC technology, digital identity solutions, AI-driven software and online business management tools.
Business Development Skills
Develop your ability to identify sales opportunities, conduct professional presentations, manage customer conversations and build partnerships.
Marketing and Market Research
Understand local markets, customer behaviour, product positioning and the relationship between digital marketing and business growth.
Professional Development
Improve communication, presentation, negotiation, organisation and commercial problem-solving skills.
Career Portfolio
Subject to satisfactory participation and completion of agreed requirements, candidates may receive an experience certificate and, where appropriate, a professional reference.
Learning, Training and Support
Successful candidates will receive structured induction and guidance covering:
- Understanding the company's products and services.
- NFC technology and digital business profiles.
- Demonstration techniques and professional presentations.
- Customer engagement and account management.
- CRM processes and business opportunity reporting.
- Sales ethics, customer privacy and professional conduct.
- Territory planning and local business research.
Training required for the role will be paid and treated as working time where required by law.
Recruitment and Selection
We use a two-stage recruitment process.
Stage 1 – Application and Background Review
Submit your CV and a short introduction explaining your current studies or professional background, relevant interests and reasons for applying.
Our recruitment team will review applications and invite suitable candidates for an initial conversation.
Stage 2 – Management Interview and Practical Discussion
Shortlisted applicants will meet with the Director or an appointed representative.
The discussion will cover your communication skills, interest in business development, understanding of the technology sector and approach to engaging prospective customers.
You may also be invited to deliver a short simulated product presentation to demonstrate your approach to customer communication.
The Company will explain the working hours, hourly remuneration, commission arrangements, training and role expectations before making an offer.
Why Join Let's Connect?
At Let's Connect, we believe the next generation of business professionals should have opportunities to understand how commercial ideas are developed and implemented in the real world.
Our expansion creates opportunities to meet business owners, develop professional networks, introduce emerging technology and participate in the growth of a developing UK technology brand.
Whether you are currently studying, approaching graduation or looking to build your career in business development, this opportunity can provide valuable exposure to a commercially focused technology environment.
How to Apply
We welcome applications from ambitious university students, recent graduates and individuals with an interest in technology, sales, marketing and business development.
Please submit:
- Your latest CV.
- A brief personal introduction.
- Your current course of study or relevant professional experience, where applicable.
- Your preferred working location and availability.
Let's Connect – Connect Businesses. Build Relationships. Develop Opportunities.
Website: https://letsconnectcard.com
LETS CONNECT CARD LTD
Equal opportunity employer. Applications are considered on the basis of relevant skills, suitability and eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.
Pay: £25,420.00-£30,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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