Business Development Manager

Company Description Rigzen Services Private Limited is a 360° startup solutions company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs grow from idea to successful enterprise. The organization combines insights inspired by ancient Rigveda with structured, practical Zen-like thinking to guide modern business decisions. Rigzen supports startups across India with legal, certification, funding, and compliance services tailored to the country's dynamic business environment. From Startup India and DPIIT certifications to securing grants and managing incorporation processes, Rigzen focuses on making every step strategic and smooth. The company is committed to helping clients build brands with purpose, resilience, and long-term impact.
Role Description The Business Development Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Ahmedabad. This role is responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building and maintaining relationships with startups, investors, and ecosystem partners, and promoting Rigzen's portfolio of legal, certification, funding, and compliance services. Day-to-day tasks include prospecting and qualifying leads, conducting client meetings and consultations, preparing tailored proposals and presentations, and negotiating and closing contracts. The Business Development Manager will collaborate closely with internal service teams to align client needs with solutions, track market trends in the startup and SME ecosystem, and contribute to strategic growth plans. This role also involves maintaining accurate sales pipelines, reporting performance metrics, and representing Rigzen at events, networking forums, and partner engagements.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong business development and sales skills, including lead generation, pipeline management, negotiation, and closing.
• Candidates should possess client relationship and communication skills, such as stakeholder management, presentation abilities, and professional written and verbal communication.
• Candidates should possess market research and analytical skills, including the ability to understand startup ecosystems, funding landscapes, and regulatory trends.
• Candidates should possess strategic planning and problem-solving skills to design growth strategies, tailor solutions, and resolve client challenges effectively.
• Candidates should possess organizational and collaboration skills, including time management, documentation, and coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in startup advisory, consulting, legal/compliance services, or financial services is highly beneficial.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Commerce, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, with a proactive approach, integrity in client dealings, and a strong interest in the Indian startup ecosystem.