Senior Business Development Analyst

Just Group plc; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive sales support professional to enhance the effectiveness of their Commercial Team. In this role, you will provide essential logistical support, assist with business development efforts, and maintain vital reports. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute to the success of the team. With a commitment to sustainability and diversity, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organization that values inclusivity and strives to make a positive impact in the retirement sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in Defined Benefit Schemes and de-risking market.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide logistical support to the Business Development team.
• Assist with pre- and post-quotation processes for deals.
• Support the delivery of monthly MI reports and team pipeline data.

Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Defined Benefit Schemes

Organizational Skills

IT Skills (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel)

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Self-Motivation

Tools

CRM System

Job description

We’re a FTSE 250 Financial Services company specializing in retirement solutions. Currently, our industry is evolving rapidly, with the defined benefit buy-in/buy-out space expanding each year. Just continues to grow, managing over £4bn of assets annually.

We are a purpose-driven company with clear, compelling goals. Our mission is to help people achieve a better later life by offering innovative products, services, financial advice, and guidance to ensure security, certainty, and peace of mind in retirement.

We aim to be a beacon for the entire retirement industry because we believe everyone deserves a fair, secure, and fulfilling retirement.

Purpose

To provide high-caliber, proactive sales support to the Commercial Team, maximizing effectiveness and ensuring team targets are met.

Job Role Accountabilities

1. Provide logistical support to the Business Development team, including reviewing RFQs for quotations.
2. Support business development managers and senior leaders during external calls, ensuring comprehensive understanding.
3. Assist with smaller schemes and EBC accounts.
4. Support the pre- and post-quotation processes, aiming to independently manage deals.
5. Initiate the process on PRA forms to ensure compliance when deals are secured.
6. Maintain and update presentations for meetings and events, including briefing packs and prospect intelligence.
7. Assist the Marketing team with events, conferences, and related materials.
8. Organize and attend meetings with relevant stakeholders, preparing briefing packs.
9. Support the delivery and maintenance of monthly MI reports and team pipeline data.
10. Help manage the CRM system, including testing and updates.
11. Build internal and external relationships to support business goals.
12. Keep competitor analysis current, including recent transactions.

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent communication skills across different audiences.
• Knowledge of Defined Benefit Schemes and the de-risking market.
• Ability to liaise effectively at all levels internally and externally.
• Capable of working under pressure while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills to meet objectives within deadlines.
• High initiative and self-motivation.
• Proficient IT skills, including PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Experience

• Experience with Defined Benefit Schemes and familiarity with the de-risking market.

Why Just?

We are committed to sustainability, aiming to reduce our scope 3 emissions to Net Zero by 2050 and scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2025. We encourage our employees to make meaningful changes to help protect the planet.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) are integral to our strategy. We participate in initiatives like the Race at Work Charter and run schemes such as Reciprocal Mentoring for underrepresented groups. Our employee networks champion issues related to race, gender, social mobility, and neurodiversity.

At Just, we care deeply about our customers, our purpose, our environment, inclusivity, wellbeing, and each other.