Presales Support

Job Description:

The Business Development Assistant role is a dynamic and critical position that supports the entrepreneurial efforts of the Business Development team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive assistance to the Business Developer, playing a pivotal part in crafting technical and financial proposals that precisely meet client specifications. Leveraging impeccable analytical capabilities, this professional will scrutinize potential projects and business opportunities, ensuring efficient coordination across various teams to meet our strategic goals. Attention to detail and the ability to synthesize complex data into coherent reports are essential. As a facilitator of progress, the Business Development Assistant will contribute to cultivating our company’s expansion by actively participating in client meetings, aiding document preparation, and facilitating decision-making that aligns with our growth objectives.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic design, or a closely related discipline.
• Between 2to 5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a business development, sales support, or similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with particular emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentation creation.
• Demonstrated competency in handling data collection, analysis, and interpretation to guide business decisions.
• Familiarity with the principles of technical and financial proposal writing.
• Understanding of the semi-government sector is beneficial, including regulatory considerations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and persuasive reports.
• Capacity to work effectively both individually and as part of a team, showing a high level of initiative and resourcefulness.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks efficiently while working under tight deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances and needs of the department.
• Demonstrates professional discretion and the ability to handle confidential information.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the drafting, revising, and finalizing of technical and financial proposals to ensure they are client-oriented and in line with organizational standards.
• Conducting thorough research and analysis of market trends, competitors, and potential projects to identify and evaluate new opportunities.
• Monitoring project timelines and coordination efforts across departments to ensure seamless operation and achievement of business targets.
• Preparing periodic and ad hoc reports, providing insight into performance metrics and business outcomes for the review of management.
• Actively participating in client meetings, offering support through note-taking, preparation of discussion materials, and contributing to the negotiation process as required.
• Ensuring that all contributed content for proposals and reports is accurate, well-researched, and conveys a value proposition consistent with the organization’s capabilities and goals.
• Collaborating with the marketing team to ensure alignment of business development strategies with overarching marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Maintaining a systematic and up-to-date record of business development activities, proposals, and client interactions within the company’s CRM database.
• Engaging in continuous learning activities to remain current with industry standards, best practices, and emerging trends in business development.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in business writing and document preparation, with an emphasis on crafting persuasive proposals.
• Advanced knowledge and application of project management principles and practices.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills, using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Mastery of Microsoft Excel, including complex functions, formulas, and pivot tables, for comprehensive data management and analysis.
• Skilled in presentation creation using Microsoft PowerPoint to aid in impactful communication with clients and management.
• Effective time management and organizational skills to handle multiple concurrent tasks and projects.
• Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure goal alignment and efficient execution of business development strategies.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills conducive to relationship building and maintaining partnerships with clients and stakeholders.
• Competent in navigating industry-specific software or CRMs pertinent to data management and operational coordination.
• Capacity to engage in constructive dialogue, exhibit active listening, and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement in role performance.
• Keen attention to detail in reviewing financial documents and proposals to avoid inaccuracies that could impact business credibility.
• Eager to take initiative, identify gaps, and propose innovative solutions to enhance business development processes.
• Willingness to stay updated on the latest trends and best practices relevant to business development within the semi-government sector.