Business Development Associate (BDA)

Company Description Aquarist Pools & Fitness delivers end-to-end swimming pool and spa solutions for residential and commercial properties across India, including homes, villas, apartments, hotels, resorts, and clubhouses. Headquartered in Electronic City, Bengaluru, the company handles pool construction, renovation, equipment supply, installation, and ongoing maintenance. Its portfolio spans RCC and FRP pools, rooftop and infinity designs, advanced filtration systems, European-standard reinforced PVC liners, jacuzzis, spas, heating, automation, underwater lighting, and accessories. Aquarist also provides water-treatment chemicals, professional cleaning equipment, and annual service contracts, working closely with homeowners, architects, builders, and hospitality teams from initial planning through commissioning and aftercare. Guided by the ethos Building Wellness. Creating Luxury, Aquarist focuses on premium quality, reliability, and long-term customer relationships.

Role Description The Business Development Associate (BDA) is a full-time, on-site role based in Bengaluru, responsible for driving new business opportunities and strengthening client relationships. Day-to-day tasks include identifying and qualifying leads, conducting market research on target segments, and reaching out to prospective customers via calls, emails, and in-person meetings. The BDA will prepare and deliver persuasive presentations, assist in drafting proposals and quotations, and support the sales team in closing deals for pool and spa solutions. The role also involves coordinating with project and operations teams to ensure accurate information is shared with clients, maintaining CRM records, and tracking pipeline and conversion metrics. The BDA is expected to represent Aquarist professionally at site visits, industry events, and meetings, while contributing to continuous improvement in sales processes and customer experience.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with homeowners, architects, builders, and hospitality teams.
• Proficiency in presentation skills and delivering clear, engaging presentations to potential clients and internal stakeholders.
• Experience in lead generation and pipeline management, including prospecting, qualifying, and nurturing business opportunities.
• Ability to conduct structured market research to identify trends, competitor activity, and new segments for growth.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Basic understanding of construction, real estate, or wellness/fitness industries; experience in pools, spas, or allied services is an advantage.
• Comfortable working on-site in Bengaluru, with willingness to travel locally for client meetings and site visits.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a target-driven environment.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools and CRM or sales-tracking software is beneficial.