MJV Technology & Innovation · 2 months ago
Strategy & Growth Associate
Chicago, IL
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMJV Technology & Innovation is seeking a proactive and self-motivated Strategy and Growth Associate to support their expansion efforts in Chicago. This part-time role involves business development, market intelligence, and strategy execution to establish MJV's presence in the region.
Management ConsultingOutsourcing
Responsibilities
Actively pursue clients by scheduling meetings with prospective clients, managing the Director’s calendar, and coordinating follow-ups to ensure seamless communication and relationship-building
Proactively identify and research high-potential prospects for MJV’s services, including corporations, startups, and other organizations in need of strategy, innovation, or transformation consulting
Collaborate with the Director to develop and execute strategies for client acquisition, market penetration, and brand awareness in Chicago
Conduct thorough research on the Chicago market, including industry trends, competitor analysis, and emerging opportunities, to inform strategic decisions
Identify relevant industry events, conferences, or networking opportunities in Chicago and assist in planning MJV’s participation
Bring fresh, creative ideas for business development, marketing campaigns, and innovative approaches to attract and retain clients
Maintain and update client and prospect information in MJV’s CRM system to ensure accurate tracking of leads and opportunities
Assist in creating presentations, proposals, and other materials to pitch MJV’s services to potential clients
Qualification
Required
Current enrollment in a Master's degree program, including MBA, Law (with an interest in business development), dual-degree programs in Law and MBA, or dual-degree programs in MBA and Strategic Design, or second-year or higher students currently enrolled in a Bachelor's of Business Administration (BBA)
Exceptional proactivity and self-motivation, with a strong drive to pursue clients and secure meetings
Strong research and analytical skills to gather and synthesize market intelligence
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for confident prospect outreach and internal collaboration
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) is a plus
Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities to contribute innovative ideas
Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Eager and tenacious in going after clients and scheduling meetings to drive business growth
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities
Passion for learning and contributing to the growth of a new office
Ability to commit to 20-30 hours per week and work in a hybrid or in-office setting in Chicago (flexibility to be discussed)
Preferred
Prior experience in business development, sales, marketing, or strategy is a plus but not required
Company
MJV Technology & Innovation
MJV Technology & Innovation is a global business consultancy excellence in innovation and technology.
Founded in 1997
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mauricio Vianna
Partner / CEO
Recent News
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