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Entry Level Business Development Associate

J&R CONSULTING GROUP INC

Ann Arbor, MI • $50,000 to $55,000 / yr • 10/2/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time | Entry Level

Looking to build real-world business experience and develop skills that can translate across sales, marketing, account management, and leadership?

We’re hiring an Entry Level Business Development Associate to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll work directly with customers, support client growth initiatives, and gain hands-on experience in customer acquisition and relationship management.

We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds. No previous business development experience is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Connect with prospective customers and introduce client products and services
  • Build positive customer relationships through professional communication
  • Assist with new customer acquisition and account growth
  • Support sales and marketing initiatives
  • Learn client offerings and communicate them accurately
  • Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
  • Track customer interactions and sales activity
  • Collaborate with team members to meet performance objectives
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development
  • Develop skills in sales, communication, account management, and business operations

Ideal Candidates Are:

  • Confident communicators who enjoy working with people
  • Motivated and goal-oriented
  • Professional and dependable
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
  • Open to feedback and coaching
  • Able to work independently and within a team

Experience in retail, restaurants, hospitality, customer-facing roles, athletics, leadership, or sales can translate well to this position, but it is not required.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Hands-on business and sales experience
  • Professional communication and relationship-building skills
  • Account management experience
  • Ongoing coaching and development
  • Exposure to business development and client growth strategies