Business Development Executive

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Job Description. Job Location: Bangalore Work Mode: WFO Compensation: 4.15 LPA + Performance driven incentive About The Role We are looking for a passionate, driven, and customer-focused Business Development Executive to join our growing Publishing & Author Partnerships team. In this role, you will interact with aspiring and established authors, understand their publishing goals, and guide them toward the most suitable publishing solutions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys consultative sales, relationship building, and working in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment. You will play a key role in helping authors bring their stories to life while contributing directly to the company’s growth. Key Responsibilities Connect with prospective authors via calls, WhatsApp, video meetings, and emails. Understand authors’ publishing aspirations, motivations, and expectations. Present customized publishing solutions and onboard authors successfully. Build strong and long-term relationships with new and existing authors. Maintain accurate lead tracking, follow-ups, and conversation records on CRM platforms (LeadSquared). Coordinate with editorial, design, and operations teams to ensure a smooth onboarding and execution process. Achieve monthly onboarding and revenue targets aligned with business goals. Identify opportunities to improve customer experience and conversion rates. Requirements Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills. 0-2 years strong customer handling and consultative sales abilities. Self-motivated, target-oriented, and proactive mindset. Ability to adapt and thrive in a rapidly evolving startup environment. Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Prior experience in B2C/B2B sales, customer success, counseling, or business development is preferred. Experience in publishing, media, or creator-focused industries is an added advantage. Passion for books, storytelling, and the publishing ecosystem is a plus. What We Offer Opportunity to work with some of India’s emerging and established authors. Fast-track career growth in a rapidly scaling startup. Exposure to the publishing and creator ecosystem. High ownership and learning opportunities across business functions. Competitive salary with performance-based incentives. A collaborative and energetic work culture where your work creates real impact. Why Join Us? This is more than just a sales role — it’s an opportunity to empower authors and contribute to meaningful storytelling. If you enjoy building relationships, achieving ambitious goals, and working in a dynamic environment, we’d love to have you on our team. Security & Data Handling Responsibilities Handle sensitive data responsibly in compliance with the DPDP Act, ISO-27001:2022, and Pratilipi’s internal security policies — ensuring data privacy, confidentiality, and NDA obligations at all times..