Job Introduction
Buttercups Business Development Assistant
Job Title Business Development Assistant
Department Client Services and Products
Location Nottingham
Contract type Full time and permanent
Job Purpose
The primary role of the Business Development Assistant is to support the business development function in all aspects of sales, marketing and communications, to help maximise the company’s performance.
The successful candidate will be responsible for lead generation, assisting with the progression of new business opportunities, maintaining relationships with stakeholders, implementing sales and marketing strategies across various platforms, organising and attending promotional events and conferences, and supporting the implementation and efficient use of the CRM system.
Key Responsibilities
As a Business Development Assistant, you will work closely with the Business Development Manager to identify, track, and pursue business opportunities. You will assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and reports, and support sales meetings. Your role is crucial in helping to drive the business forward by actively contributing to the development and execution of our growth strategies.
You will play a key role in maintaining positive relationships with all stakeholders, including clients and partners. This involves regular communication and facilitating engagement at marketing events, stakeholder meetings, and webinars hosted by Buttercups Training. Your ability to engage effectively with our stakeholders will help ensure strong, lasting partnerships.
Skills, experience & qualifications required:
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to learn new and complex information and communicate this with stakeholders.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- A keen interest in business development and marketing strategies.
- A proactive, positive, and flexible approach to work.
- Willingness to travel for events, including some weekends.
- A full UK driving license.
Benefits
- Life Insurance: Peace of mind, financial protection.
- Group Income Protection: 75% salary for up to 2 years.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Free expert advice, confidential support
- WeCare: Dedicated support resources.
- Birthday/Anniversary Leave: Increase with service, up to 9 extra days.
- TOTUM PRO Card: Discounts on shopping, dining, and entertainment.
- Mental Health Support: Confidential help from qualified First Aiders.
- Flexible Working
- Refreshments: Free tea, coffee, and snacks.
- Free Parking: On and off-site parking.
- Eye Tests: Provided for all employees.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Basic DBS check
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore the successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).