Commercial/New Business Intern

Coface South Africa is the local arm of Coface, a global leader in trade credit risk management. The group serves around 100,000 clients across ~200 international markets and operates out of 58 countries with over 5,236 specialists globally. 

In South Africa, the company is headquartered in Johannesburg, with approximately 40–47 employees and reported annual revenue of about USD 1.8 million. 

• Coface is deeply client-centric, focusing on protecting businesses from non-payment risk. 
• The South African team mirrors this global ethos—prioritizing integrity, collaboration, client-focus, and expertise.
• Employees speak of a professional and supportive environment, with a strong emphasis on learning and engagement across roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Commercial team with prospecting and lead generation activities.
• Support in preparing sales proposals, presentations, and client documentation.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities.
• Update and maintain Customer Relationship Management systems and client databases accurately.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Underwriting, Claims, Finance) to ensure smooth client onboarding.
• Participate in client meetings and prepare meeting notes and follow-ups.
• Provide general administrative support to the Commercial department.

Key Skills:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.