Business Development Analyst - COOi Studios

Reference: JHB004019-EvdM-1

About Us

• COOi Studios is a purpose-driven innovation consultancy helping organisations navigate change and create sustainable impact through strategy, human-centred design, data, technology, AI, and emerging digital solutions

• We believe innovation is powered by people, and we invest in creating a workplace where talented individuals can grow, innovate, and do meaningful work

Brief Job Description

• The Business Development Analyst plays a key role in supporting COOi Studios growth objectives by conducting market research, driving client acquisition efforts, developing proposals, and supporting partnerships and project delivery

• This role offers an opportunity to apply analytical thinking and communication skills in a fast-paced consulting environment

• It also serves as an entry point into a career in business consulting

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Market Analysis and Business Development

• Conduct basic market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, target industries, and new business opportunities aligned with COOi Studios service offering

• Assist with drafting development strategies and market entry plans

• Attend conferences, forums, and networking events to learn and raise COOi Studios profile

• Coordinate internal logistics for business development activities under the guidance of the project manager

• Sales Management and Proposal Development

• Follow up on leads, qualify prospects, and support them through the sales process with supervision

• Prepare customisable, visually compelling pitch decks, proposals, and quotations in collaboration with the senior analyst

• Maintain accurate documentation in the CRM and update internal tracking systems

• Client and Partner Engagement

• Support client relationship building by scheduling meetings, taking notes, and assisting with onboarding

• Assist in post-engagement follow-ups and performance reviews to gather feedback and drive client satisfaction

• Project Governance and Delivery Support

• Participate in project planning sessions and governance check-ins to track milestones and flag risks

• Assist with creating reports and templates to support business and client delivery alignment

• Team Development and Upskilling

• Participate in internal team training and contribute to sessions by sharing updates on leads, market research, or partner activity

• Support onboarding of Professionals in Training or junior colleagues by offering guidance on tasks such as research, CRM entries, or proposal formatting

• Partnerships and Ecosystem Engagement

• Assist in managing and updating records for key ecosystem partners (e.g., AWS, Microsoft, ESD Partners)

• Support the planning and execution of joint partnership initiatives, such as webinars, pilot projects, or events

• Brand Visibility and Recognition

• Assist in the preparation of submissions for industry awards, conferences, and thought leadership articles

• Coordinate with the marketing team to provide content and research to support COOi Studios branding and visibility efforts

• Team Collaboration and Support

• Work closely with junior Professionals in Training and support staff to quality-check research documents and CRM updates

• Ensure that all business development activities are well-documented and aligned to COOi Studios brand and methodologies

Skills

• Sales Skills and Stakeholder Management as this is a client-facing role

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field

• 1–2 years’ experience in a Business Development, Market  Research, or Sales Support environment

• Strong writing, communication, and research skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) is a plus

• Interest in consulting, innovation, and market-based solutions

Benefits

Company Benefits (Post-Probation) ​

• Medical Aid

• Retirement Annuity

• Funeral Cover

• Work Life-Balance: 4-Day Week

• 2 x 1 week vacation blocks per year + Unlimited Leave

• Annual bonus

• Skills Incentive Programme

• Individualised Learning and Development Budget

• Complimentary Snack Bar

HOW TO APPLY

• Only if you meet the minimum job requirements as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.

• Please Apply Online and complete your registration on Placement Partner (our application tracking system) to enable and protect you as a candidate and to comply with the new POPIA terms and conditions.

• This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL

• However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market

• AJ Personnel is fully POPIA Compliant

• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position

• If you do meet the requirements and are shortlisted you will receive a LINK from AJ Personnel via email

• Please re-apply on the link to get your CV through to COOi Studios data base and the next round of the selection process for this position

• Ensure you have the following documents ready before you upload on the link:

*  A detailed updated CV *  Copy of your ID (Must be certified not older than 6 months) *  Copy of Matric (Grade 12 Certificate) *  Copy of your qualification (Degree) - (Must be certified not older than 6 months)

Closing Date : 21 September 2026 Starting date: 01 October 2026

• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful

Please note

• AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising the advertisement and the first round of the selection process on behalf of their Client COOi Studios

• AJ Personnel does not have any other information regarding the position

• Important: Incomplete or non-compliant documents will disqualify your application

Package & Remuneration

R15241 - R 23292 - Monthly plus Medical, Retirement, Funeral, Work 4 day week, Annual bonus, Individualised Learning Dev. Budget