Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Hobbiton Technologies is a proudly Zambian-owned fintech company that develops cutting-edge software for the insurance, capital markets, and payments sectors.

We power innovation through technology that simplifies how businesses and individuals manage money, invest, and transact.

Our ecosystem includes:

• Patumba – a digital savings and investment platform designed to help individuals grow and manage their wealth.
• Lipila Later – a solution that enables businesses and lenders to automate loan applications, tracking, and repayments with ease.
• Lipila Payment Gateway – a robust platform that allows businesses to seamlessly collect and disburse funds.
• Digital insurance platforms such as Inshuwa and Gari, complemented by agent and broker portals that deliver end-to-end solutions for both insurers and customers.

At Hobbiton, we believe in transforming ideas into reality- the smart way. Our culture is dynamic, forward-looking, and built for innovators who want to shape the future of digital finance in Zambia and beyond.

To know more about us, click on the following link; https://hobbiton.tech/

The Opportunity

Hobbiton Technologies is seeking Product Commercial Interns to support the Commercial Team in driving customer onboarding, market research, and pipeline development activities.

Based at our Head Office in Lusaka, this role is ideal for a motivated and curious graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in commercial operations and business development within a fast-paced fintech environment.

Responsibilities or duties

Customer Onboarding & Activation

• Support onboarding of customers onto the platform
• Assist customers to successfully transact and ensure smooth activation
• Work closely with internal teams to improve user adoption and customer experience

Market Research & Opportunity Identification

• Conduct research across key sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, and FMCG
• Identify potential business opportunities and target markets
• Compile insights to support commercial strategy and outreach

Pipeline Development & Sales Support

• Assist in building and maintaining a sales pipeline
• Support lead generation and follow-ups
• Contribute to business development initiatives and partner engagement

Learning & Development

• Gain practical exposure to commercial operations and customer engagement
• Work alongside experienced professionals on real-world projects
• Build skills in market intelligence, sales processes, and fintech products.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Full Grade Twelve (12) Certificate
• Recent Graduate with a Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Sales, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn and a proactive attitude

Experience needed

No prior work experience required.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Why Join Us!!

At Hobbiton, you will join a young, vibrant, and innovative team that values ownership, collaboration, and continuous learning.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in commercial strategy, customer onboarding, and market development while contributing to solutions shaping Zambia’s digital finance landscape.

• Support onboarding of customers onto the platform
• Assist customers to successfully transact and ensure smooth activation
• Work closely with internal teams to improve user adoption and customer experience
• Conduct research across key sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, and FMCG
• Identify potential business opportunities and target markets
• Compile insights to support commercial strategy and outreach
• Assist in building and maintaining a sales pipeline
• Support lead generation and follow-ups
• Contribute to business development initiatives and partner engagement
• Gain practical exposure to commercial operations and customer engagement
• Work alongside experienced professionals on real-world projects
• Build skills in market intelligence, sales processes, and fintech products.

• Proficiency in relevant computer applications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn and a proactive attitude

• Full Grade Twelve (12) Certificate
• Recent Graduate with a Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Sales, Business Administration, or a related field.