Business Development Trainee (Upwork Bidder Focus)

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What we are looking for?

• Graduate with strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal ability; capable of building rapport with clients and internal teams
• Goal‑oriented, self‑motivated, and ready to take ownership of tasks
• Strong research and analytical skills to support strategic growth
• High attention to detail and organized in your approach
• Proactive mindset with eagerness to learn quickly in a competitive environment
• Prior exposure to business development, sales or familiarity with Upwork bidding is a plus.

Role Overview:

As a Business Development Trainee, you will play a crucial role in supporting client acquisition via Upwork bidding and email marketing. You'll gain experience in market research, proposal crafting, prospecting, and collaborating with internal teams to drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Upwork Bidding & Proposal Writing:

  Monitor Upwork regularly, identify relevant job postings, and submit persuasive, tailored proposals that align with client needs

• Market & Competitor Research:

  Conduct research to identify industry trends, potential clients, and competitor activities to inform bidding strategies and positioning.

• Lead Generation & Prospecting:

  Generate leads through Upwork activity, email outreach, LinkedIn, and online research, initiating contact to set up discovery conversations.

• Client Relationship Support:

  Assist in maintaining positive engagement with prospects and clients to nurture potential upsell opportunities.

• Proposal Collaboration:

  Work with the business development team to develop compelling proposals and presentations tailored to prospective clients.

• Performance Tracking:

  Monitor and report on bidding activity, proposal response rates, and outcomes to refine strategies.

• Administrative Assistance:

  Provide day-to-day support to the business development team, including scheduling meetings, preparing documentation, and managing follow-ups.

• Cross-functional Coordination:

  Collaborate with marketing and product teams to ensure business development initiatives align with company goals.

What you'll gain:

• Hands-on experience in Upwork bidding, email outreach, and business development strategies.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Exposure to global client acquisition processes and market research tools.
• Mentorship and structured learning within a dynamic business growth team.
• Career progression path toward business development executive roles.