As a Business Development Executive, you will play a crucial role in supporting our ambitious growth strategy. You will support our Business Development Manager through the delivery of effective market analysis, stakeholder engagement, proposal development, collaboration with internal teams, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
Market Analysis:
- Support the Business Development Manager in conducting market research to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges.
- Stay updated on industry developments, policy changes, and competitor activities to contribute to Get Set UK’s commercial growth.
- Demonstrate commitment to assisting, building and maintaining a pipeline of opportunities.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Help build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including government bodies, local authorities, and sector organizations in line with our vision and strategy.
- Proudly represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking forums.
- Provide support for the creation of effective supply chains.
Proposal Development:
- Assist in the preparation of proposal responses.
- Take initiative in drafting question responses and implementing feedback.
- Conduct desk-based/telephone research to gather data supporting high-quality proposals.
Collaboration:
- Collaborate seamlessly with internal teams, including finance, marketing, HR, and operations.
Ideal Candidate Profile – Business Development Executive
Qualifications:
- Education – Bachelor’s degree level or equivalent preferred. Evidence of continued professional development is a plus.
- Experience – Proven experience in supporting business development activities.
Skills and Attributes for a Business Development Executive:
- Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct comprehensive market analysis and strong problem-solving abilities to address challenges within the sector.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and present ideas.
- Proactivity: Demonstrate a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and willingness to take initiative and drive results.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, and contribute to a positive and innovative work environment.
- Adaptability: Adapt to changes in the industry and policy landscape.
The ideal candidate will be an ambitious individual with a desire to develop their career in a people-focused business development role.
Benefits:
- Company pension & events
- Gym membership
- Private medical insurance; Wellness programs
- Employee Forum (Your voice matters, our employees have a say in how we run the business.)
We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome all applications. Get Set UK is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering employment without regard to age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, and any other protected status. Our aim is to support and maintain the physical and mental health of all people at work. If you require reasonable adjustments in applying for a role within, Get Set UK Group, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to HR Department at recruitment@getsetuk.co.uk