Manager - Business Development

Job Description – Business Development Manager

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Employment Type: Full-time
Company: Spotlight Creations (Creative & Digital Marketing Agency)

About Us

Spotlight Creations is a fast-growing creative and social media marketing agency, helping brands across industries with impactful campaigns, content, and strategy. We’re now scaling up and looking for a results-driven Business Development Manager (BDM) to spearhead client acquisition and partnerships in India and abroad (Dubai, Canada, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

• Client Acquisition & Lead Generation
• Identify and approach potential clients in sectors like Food & Beverages, Real Estate, Education, Interiors, Automotive, Healthcare, and Lifestyle.
• Develop strategies to generate strong B2B leads through digital, LinkedIn, cold calling, networking, and partnerships.
• Sales & Pitching
• Understand client needs and pitch tailored creative & digital marketing solutions (social media, branding, performance marketing, video production, etc.).
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and close deals in line with revenue goals.
• Account Growth & Relationship Management
• Maintain long-term relationships with clients; upsell/cross-sell services.
• Act as the main bridge between clients and internal creative teams.
• Market Research & Strategy
• Track industry trends, competitor activities, and identify opportunities.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to plan expansion into new markets (Dubai, Canada).

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred).
• Experience: 3–6 years in Business Development / Sales (preferably in creative, advertising, or digital marketing agencies).
• Skills:
• Strong communication, negotiation & presentation skills.
• Proven ability to close high-value deals.
• Knowledge of digital marketing trends & creative agency services.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work with premium brands across industries.
• Growth-focused, creative work culture with direct impact on scaling the agency.
• Exposure to international markets and client expansion.

Salary Range

₹35,000 – ₹50,000 per month + incentives (negotiable based on experience & performance).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person