Business Development Administrator

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Job Description

The Business Development Administrator (fixed-term contract) supports the Business Development Manager in the execution of business development initiatives, pipeline management, and coordination across business units. The role is responsible for ensuring efficient administrative, reporting, and operational support to enable the identification, development, and delivery of new business opportunities. Applications are invited for this exciting fixed-term opportunity.

Responsibilities

Business Development Support

• Supporting the identification, tracking, and coordination of business development opportunities across all Business Units.
• Assisting in maintaining and updating the business development pipeline, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Coordinating inputs for the development of customer value propositions, business models, and new initiatives.
• Supporting the preparation of presentations, proposals, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Pipeline & Reporting Management

• Maintaining up-to-date records of all opportunities, leads, and projects within the pipeline.
• Preparing regular reports, dashboards, and updates on pipeline status, conversion rates, and key metrics.
• Tracking progress of initiatives and following up with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely execution.

Stakeholder & Coordination Support

• Coordinating communication between the Business Development Manager, Business Units, and key stakeholders.
• Supporting the scheduling and organisation of meetings, engagements, and strategic sessions.
• Assisting in stakeholder follow-ups and ensuring timely dissemination of information and action points.

Business Case & Documentation Support

• Assisting in compiling business cases, proposals, and supporting documentation for new initiatives.
• Coordinating input from various teams (Finance, Risk, Operations, Marketing) to ensure completeness of submissions.
• Supporting document control and ensuring proper record keeping of all business development activities.

Market Research & Insights

• Conducting market research and competitor analysis to support opportunity identification.
• Gathering and analysing relevant business data to support decision-making and strategy development.

Governance & Compliance

• Supporting adherence to internal governance frameworks, policies, and approval processes.
• Ensuring documentation and processes comply with organisational standards.
• Assisting in monitoring service levels and maintaining records of agreements with partners and service providers.

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in Business Management, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–4 years’ experience in a business support, sales, marketing or administrative role (experience in financial services is an advantage).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Good analytical and reporting capability (including Excel and data handling).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach.
• Basic understanding of business development, sales processes, and commercial concepts.

Skills

Client Management, Collaboration, Computer Literacy, Executing Plans, Office Systems, Reporting, Self-Management, Time Management

Competencies

CollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyDrives ResultsEnsures AccountabilityPlans and AlignsTech Savvy

Education

Advanced Diploma In Marketing, Bachelor Of Business Management

Closing Date

23 June 2026 , 23:59

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