SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Business Development Relationship Manager
POSITION INFO:
Job Specification
Provide assistance to our clients Analytics Head of Business and Business Development teams in their acquisition of new clients Ensure successful implementation of business development activities guided by the practice development framework
Work directly with the members of our clients business development focused teams
Work directly with members of our clients operations and management teams
Track client engagements on the CRM system and prepare and compile due diligence documents, pricing, requests for proposals, contracts, and industry surveys
Onboarding of new clients and co- ordination between senior analysts and clients
Perform industry and competitor analysis to have a better understanding of the market we service
Ensure marketing material, presentation slides, documents, marketing articles, client communication is professional, accurate and of high quality
New client acquisition and building solid relationships with clients, while maintaining existing relationships with Trustees, Custodians, Prime Brokers, Retirement Funds, Asset Managers and Mancos
Developing business strategies, pitches and managing a variety of projects
Managing RFP's, drafting proposals and contracting with new and existing clients
Manage the maintenance of Analytics BD content in Content Chooser and the resulting Content Chooser Directories (currently in Excel)
Research industry events and topical topics for future thought leadership events and training events for the BD team
Assist with sales and marketing material compilation, printing, binding and delivery
Practice development framework within the company, identifying new business opportunities and assist in growing the business
Providing support to other business functions and ensure effective client relation and management
General administrative ad hoc duties
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s or Honours degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
Preferably 2-4 years relevant experience
Proficient in Microsoft programmes, specifically Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint SharePoint and Dynamics Sales
Internet research and data mining of industry-related sources
Strong project management and prioritisation skills, very organised with good attention to detail
People-orientated, team player
Good writer and editor in English
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