ABOUT SQUARCLE / THE TEAM
At Squarcle, our people are at the heart of what we do. We’re a digitally native supply chain consultancy, helping clients transform how they plan, buy, and operate. Squarcle is a fast-growing, award-winning SME delivering services across enterprise digitisation and change, procurement and supply chain and digital capabilities.
The Enabling capability is critical to Squarcle’s continued success, providing the operational backbone that allows the business to perform effectively, compliantly, and sustainably. Led by a team of functional specialists, the capability ensures Squarcle operates efficiently, safely, and following all relevant legislative, regulatory and internal governance requirements.
This essential and high-performing team delivers the full suite of business-wide support services, including Sales, Business Development, Compliance, Human Resources, Finance and Accounting and Executive Support. By embedding strong processes, governance, and service excellence across the organisation, the Enabling Capability empowers Squarcle’s delivery teams to focus on what they do best, achieving outstanding outcomes for clients.
JOB OVERVIEW / INTRODUCTION
This role is within the BD & Marketing Team and reports to the Head of Business Development and Marketing. The role has a direct impact on the quality of Squarcle’s management of Business Development, tender submissions and outcomes. As a Business Development Administrator, you will be part of a dynamic team and play a vital role in supporting the management of our BD functions and delivery of high-quality tender and bid processes.
This role offers the opportunity to gain a strong understanding of Squarcle and its range of services and capabilities. You will be exposed to a wide variety of industries, clients, and business opportunities and will work closely with Market Leads, Account Directors, and Capability Leads, collaborating with colleagues at all levels across the organisation.
PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the development and execution of compelling proposals and presentations that effectively communicate our value proposition.
- Supporting opportunity qualification alongside Capability and Market Leads
- Taking ownership of the CRM system including updating, ensuring actions followed up, and reporting for BD, management and board meetings.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure prompt and efficient delivery of pursuit-related activities.
- Maintain and update a comprehensive database of pursuits, leads, and client interactions.
- Support pipeline tracking, including pursuit outcomes and provide analytics and insights to improve future performance.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of BD processes and best practices within the department.
- Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and strategy workshops to foster innovation and continuous improvement.
- Perform various general administrative duties (such as file creation and maintenance of ongoing administrative projects).
- Co-ordinating meetings and appointments for business development managers or executives.
- Providing administrative support to the business development team.
SECONDARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- High degree of emotional intelligence to effectively deal with increasingly diverse clients and teams.
- Experience supporting directors and senior stakeholders.
- An ability to work with discretion.
- A proactive, self-motivated approach and a genuine interest in professional services.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
- Educated to degree level or equivalent.
- Minimum 1-2yrs experience in business development, sales or pursuit management or a related role within a professional services firm.
- Familiarity with the pursuits process and an understanding of industry best practice
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging and persuasive proposals.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software.
- Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, demonstrating resilience and resourcefulness.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to think creatively and strategically.
- Demonstrated interest in business development and a passion for contributing to a purpose-led organisation.
DESIRABLE
- Ability to create visually compelling presentations.
- High degree of emotional intelligence to effectively deal with increasingly diverse clients and teams.
- Experience supporting Directors and Senior Stakeholders.
- A confident communicator at all levels, able to work with discretion.
- A proactive, self-motivated approach and a genuine interest in professional services.
- A worthy team player dedicated to contributing toward the outcome desired by the team.
What we offer
We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s what you can expect as part of the team:
- Generous leave package
- 26 days of annual leave (including your birthday!) plus UK bank holidays — increasing to 27 days after three years, and 28 after seven years
- You’ll also get five extra days for your five and 10-year anniversaries
- Additional leave for members of the Reserve Forces and CFAV.
- Private medical insurance
- Provided once you’ve completed your probation.
- Recognition and rewards
- £1,000 referral bonus for successful hires
- Performance-related awards
- Milestone and life-event hampers to celebrate life’s big moments
- Development & learning
- Annual training week abroad
- Funding for qualifications that benefit both you and the business
- Travel & wellbeing
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted travel through funded railcards
- Pension
- Our pension provider is NOW Pensions, pension contributions are 3% employer and 5% employee
We review our benefits regularly to ensure they stay competitive and meaningful - so this list may evolve as we grow.
Our working hours are 8:30 am – 5:30 pm (with an hour for lunch), Monday – Friday.
Apply now and take the next step toward doing work that matters, with a team that’s shaping the future of supply chain consulting.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain Security Check (SC) security clearance. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained, or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 6 months. If you hold dual citizenship or nationality from another country, please make us aware of this during the application phase. We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship.
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