Our client a leading M&E Contractor in the South West Region are looking for a Business Development Coordinator to be based in their regional office near Portishead.

Some of the key duties of the role are..

Research:

Researching organisations, companies and individuals to identify new opportunities/leads
Maintaining and utilising a CRM database of contacts, key accounts and activities for the region
Identifying key conferences and events held in the region
General industry research and collection of data

Planning and Management:

Assisting in the development of business development plans to support growth
Diary management
Manage and coordinate events
Produce reports

Client Outreach and Relationship:

Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and coordinate meetings
Activities may include desktop client engagement, conferences, setting up sales/marketing trips for Project Managers. Enter all notes and follow up activities into CRM.
Managing and coordinating regional webinar seminars for client education
Developing, Managing and maintaining customer relationships
Meeting customers, attending networking events and conferences
Planning and delivering presentations
Managing, maintaining and developing our social media presence

Essential Competencies/Knowledge:

Good Administrative skills
Excellent Telephone manner
IT literate, with knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Effective Communicator
Sound Interpersonal Skills
Developing Self and Others
Planning and Organising
Results Focus
Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality
Effective team player

Although the position is office based there will be a requirement to visit other offices, clients premises and events across the region, and possibly around the UK on occasion.