Executive Assistant - Business Development
Role Overview
We are looking for a proactive and resourceful Executive Assistant to support in market research, business development and strategic initiatives. This role goes beyond traditional administrative support, with a focus on identifying business opportunities, exploring new markets and preparing clear presentations to support decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research on industry trends, emerging markets, competitors and potential customers relevant to the company’s products and capabilities.
- Identify and assess opportunities to enter new markets, including customer needs, market potential, entry requirements and potential business partners.
- Support the development of market entry plans and business development proposals.
- Research prospective customers, partners and stakeholders, and prepare background briefs ahead of meetings.
- Assist with outreach, business meetings and follow-up actions, in coordination with the relevant internal teams.
- Maintain a tracker of business opportunities, key contacts and progress updates.
Presentations & Management Support
- Prepare professional presentation slides, reports, proposals and briefing materials for the Directors.
- Translate research findings and technical information into clear summaries, recommendations and presentation content.
- Work with internal teams to gather and verify information for management discussions and external presentations.
- Support meeting preparation, record key discussion points and track agreed actions.
- Assist the Directors in coordinating strategic projects and following up on deliverables and timelines.
Executive & Administrative Support
- Coordinate meetings, appointments and travel arrangements when required.
- Organise documents, correspondence and records relating to the Directors’ business activities.
- Handle confidential and commercially sensitive information with discretion.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Business Events & Client Engagement
- Support and accompany the Directors at business events, networking sessions, client meetings and business entertainment activities, including corporate meals and client hospitality, to build and maintain business relationships.
- Assist with event arrangements, guest coordination and follow-up actions.
- Attend such engagements outside normal working hours when required, including occasional evenings or weekends.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Relevant experience in executive support, market research, business development, consulting or project coordination.
- Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to assess information and draw practical conclusions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word, particularly in preparing professional presentations.
- Ability to understand technical products and communicate their business value; experience in engineering or technology sectors is an advantage.
- Proactive, organised and resourceful, with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
- Comfortable working with senior management, managing multiple priorities and handling tasks with limited supervision.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted research and productivity tools, with sound judgment in verifying information and protecting confidentiality.
- Willingness to travel when required.
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