Business Development Officer at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and prioritise business development opportunities within the framework of area, regional and organisational growth plans.
• Create a business development plan, growth strategy and sales targets.
• Identify, research, and evaluate potential business opportunities, partnerships, and funding sources to support the Trust’s initiatives and projects
• Meet existing and potential clients and build positive relationships.
• Prepare financial projections, sales reports and present in management meetings.
• Attend events and conferences to promote the organisation’s products and services.
• Create and deliver compelling pitches, proposals, and presentations to prospective partners and funders, effectively communicating the Trust’s mission, impact, and vision.
• Remain updated on industry trends, market dynamics and emerging opportunities to ensure the Company remains at the forefront of opportunities.
• Support the wider team in the overall growth of the organisation.
• Assist in the company’s branding and media communication activities such as advertisements, marketing collaterals, and website.
• Monitor and analyse the effectiveness of business development efforts, making data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (5 years) in business development, sales, fundraising or partnership management ideally within the non-profit or social enterprise sector
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Proven sales track record and ability to network and build positive relations with partners and stakeholders.
• Tenacity and drive to seek new business and meet or exceed targets.
• Interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with clients.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and strong IT skills
• A team player that supports colleagues
• The ability to sell ideas, products and services.
• Technical skills to understand and propose products or solutions by focusing on the client’s requirements.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task.
• Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive, and take initiative