Assistant Director, Business Development

Berjaya Hotels and Resorts; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Assistant Director of Business Development to drive business growth initiatives. The role involves identifying new opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and supporting strategic partnerships. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in business development. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. Attractive employee benefits include hotel accommodation rates.

Benefits

Exciting engagement programmes

Employee rates for hotel accommodations

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships.
• Proven track record of supporting or leading successful business growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of strategic business development plans.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and market trends.
• Support the proposal development process including RFP responses.
• Foster and manage relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
• Track pipeline progress and prepare performance analytics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Assistant Director of Business Development to support and drive our business growth initiatives. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, supporting strategic partnerships, and contributing to long‑term revenue growth. The ideal candidate will combine analytical skills, market insight, and relationship management capabilities to expand our market presence and support the Director in implementing growth strategies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of strategic business development plans to achieve growth targets.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, market trends, and potential clients or partners.
• Support the proposal development process including RFP responses, presentations, and pitch materials.
• Foster and manage relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and partners to build long‑term value.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams (marketing, sales, product, finance) to align growth initiatives with organizational goals.
• Track pipeline progress, report on business development activities, and prepare performance analytics for senior leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships.
• Proven track record of supporting or leading successful business growth initiatives. Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

What We Offer

• Exiting engagement programmes
• Employee rates for hotel accommodations