Business Development (Sales) Internship - Remote

Overview

This internship offers immersive experience in business development within a UK-based HR consultancy focused on delivering strategic solutions and tailored training to diverse organizations. Interns will actively contribute to expanding client engagement and supporting the sales process.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and outreach to build a robust pipeline of potential clients through networking and market analysis.
• Initiate lead generation by executing targeted cold and warm outreach via email, phone calls, and professional networking platforms.
• Assess potential clients by evaluating their human resource challenges, budget constraints, and decision-making protocols.
• Arrange and facilitate initial discovery and introductory calls alongside senior consultancy personnel.
• Compile detailed pre-call briefs, gather client insights, and prepare accurate meeting summaries.
• Assist in preparing customized proposals, price quotations, and service package presentations.
• Manage and update the CRM system with lead information, communications, and progress tracking.
• Maintain persistent follow-up efforts with prospects to advance them through the sales funnel.
• Collaborate with internal departments including HR, legal, and marketing to ensure alignment with client requirements.
• Support the conversion of prospects into finalized contracts and coordinate onboarding activities.

Candidate Profile

• Applicants should be prepared to work remotely and commit for a 5-month duration starting between late September and October 2026.
• Relevant skills and enthusiasm for sales, business development, or client service roles are essential.
• This opportunity welcomes women looking to initiate or restart their career trajectory.

Skill Set and Experience Requirements

• Between 0 to 2 years of experience in sales, business development, or related client-facing functions, including internship experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities to manage client interactions professionally.
• Competence in researching companies and identifying viable business avenues.
• Familiarity with B2B sales modeling and consultative selling techniques.
• Comfort and resilience in performing outreach campaigns and managing rejection with a positive attitude.
• Organizational aptitude to oversee multiple prospective client leads and systematically execute follow-ups.
• Initiative-taking mindset with accountability for targets and expanding the client pipeline.
• Keen interest in human resources, consulting, or professional services sectors.
• Basic knowledge of CRM systems and productivity tools such as Google Workspace is advantageous.
• Ability and willingness to assimilate new skills rapidly and adjust based on constructive criticism.

Compensation and Benefits

• A stipend of INR 5,000 per month is provided.
• Certificates of completion and flexibility in working hours are included as perks.

About the Organization

Honhr is a UK-headquartered human resources consultancy and training company devoted to addressing tangible HR issues via strategic advisory, compliance consulting, and customized learning initiatives. Established to integrate profound HR expertise with ethics-driven methodologies, Honhr serves a wide spectrum of clients spanning from technology startups to large-scale manufacturers, helping them enhance workforce strategies and achieve sustainable development. Their mission centers on empowering personnel, optimizing operational processes, and fostering organizational prosperity.