Business Administrator

We are excited to be recruiting a Business Administrator to work within a sales operation supporting a team of Business Development Executives. The role will be office-based Monday to Friday. You will develop key relationships with the wider circle of the business.

The main purpose of the role is to:

To provide research and administrative support to the Corporate Sales function, underpinning the work of the Business Development Manager, Director of Corporate Solutions and Sales Director.

• Prepare and maintain prpect lists, market research and background information to support corporate sales activity
• Maintain and update the corporate sales pipeline and associated records within the CRM system, ensuring information is accurate and up to date
• Maintain organised records of leads, opportunities, tender submissions and supporting documentation
• Assist with the preparation of presentations, reports and promotional materials to support corporate sales activity
• Gather and organise information required to support tender and bid submissions, liaising with central functions and operational teams as required
• Assist the Corporate Sales team in preparing documentation and supporting materials required for tender submissions
• Support the preparation and organisation of client information and data sets where required, including spend, hours and headcount information
• Provide administrative support during tender processes, ensuring documentation and communications are organised and accessible
• Provide general administrative and organisational support to the Business Development Manager, Director of Corporate Solutions and Sales Director

The successful candidate will have the following skills:  
 

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively
• Strong written communication skills
• Professional and confident communication style
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across departments
• Analytical approach and ability to work with data and reports
• Ability to work to deadlines, particularly during tender processes
• Proactive approach to research and information gathering
• Reliable and methodical working style
• Understanding of the recruitment industry and recruitment service models (desirable
• Understanding of tender processes and bid preparation (desirable)Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Understanding of CRM systems and the importance of accurate sales pipeline management
• Able to research companies, markets and sector information

In return the company will provide full training, 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, pension, a beautiful location to work in and a supportive team.