Business Development Coordinator

Tech-People; West of England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech-People in Bristol is seeking a proactive Business Development Coordinator to support bid preparation, proposals and tender responses while assisting sales and marketing activities that promote the company’s brand and growth.

You will research potential clients and partners, help develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline, and coordinate outbound activity with accurate CRM records in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in bid coordination, marketing, or a similar administrative role.
• Excellent written communication and proofreading skills.
• Strong organisational and project coordination abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Coordinate outbound business development activity, including emails, calls, meetings and follow-ups.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date CRM system.
• Coordinate the end-to-end bid and tender process from opportunity arrival through to submission.
• Review tender documentation and identify submission requirements, deadlines, and compliance criteria.
• Develop bid plans, timelines, and action trackers to ensure timely completion.
• Liaise with the company departments to gather technical, commercial, and operational information.
• Prepare, edit, and format bid responses to ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Maintain a library of bid content, case studies, CVs, certifications, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Create and update brochures, presentations, and capability statements.
• Manage website content updates and support social media activity.
• Organise promotional events, exhibitions, networking events, and client engagement activities.

Skills

Bid coordination

Marketing knowledge

Business development

Administrative

Microsoft Office

CRM system

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Business Development Coordinator

Bristol

5 days in the office

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000K DOE

Reports to: Business Development Director

The Business Development Coordinator is responsible for supporting the preparation, coordination, and submission of bids, proposals, and tender responses while also assisting with sales & marketing activities that promote the company's brand and business growth. They will research and identify potential clients, partners and new business opportunities. Support the development and maintenance of a strong sales pipeline. Coordinate outbound business development activity, including emails, calls, meetings and follow-ups while maintaining an accurate and up-to-date CRM system. This role requires excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

Sales

• Development and maintenance of a strong sales pipeline.
• Coordinate outbound business development activity, including emails, calls, meetings and follow-ups
• Maintaining an accurate and up-to-date CRM system.

Bid Coordination

• Coordinate the end-to-end bid and tender process from opportunity arrival through to submission.
• Review tender documentation and identify submission requirements, deadlines, and compliance criteria.
• Develop bid plans, timelines, and action trackers to ensure timely completion.
• Liaise with the company departments to gather technical, commercial, and operational information.
• Prepare, edit, and format bid responses to ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Maintain a library of bid content, case studies, CVs, certifications, and supporting documentation.

Marketing Support

• Assist in the planning and delivery of marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Create and update brochures, presentations, and capability statements.
• Manage website content updates and support social media activity.
• Organise promotional events, exhibitions, networking events, and client engagement activities.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in bid coordination, marketing, business development, or a similar administrative role.
• Excellent written communication and proofreading skills.
• Strong organisational and project coordination abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and proactive.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently.
• Professional and customer focused.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Creative mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Committed to producing high-quality work.

Tech-People are the specialist recruitment agency within Fire Protection, M&E, HVAC and Construction.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.