CBS Junior Business Development (12-months contract)

EY; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning

Flexible working arrangements (FWA)

Career development and leadership

Inclusive culture

Job summary

EY’s Core Business Services team in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Business Development professional to support bid processes, research, and proposal development. You will collaborate with the Business Development team and client service professionals to craft compelling responses that win new business, while coordinating across departments to meet aggressive deadlines.

The role emphasizes strong analytical, written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage multiple work streams under pressure.

Qualifications

• Recognised university degree in Business Studies/Marketing or equivalent.
• At least 2–5 years of work experience in a related field.
• Strong external market presence is a plus (social media presence, external events).

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in developing proposal strategy and authoring proposals.
• Assist in developing strategic/tactical proposals and campaigns with the Business Development team and client service professionals to win new business.
• Conduct research and write standard or customized proposals with senior management to convey a unique client strategy.
• Coordinate information flow from multiple departments to meet deadlines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written & verbal communication

Organizational skills

Leadership / mentoring

Team-oriented attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Studies/Marketing or equivalent

Job description

Join our Core Business Services (CBS) team and you will help support important business enablement functions that keep our organization running strong. As a CBS professional, you will work across teams to provide the knowledge, resources, and tools that help EY deliver exceptional quality service to our clients, win in the marketplace and support EY’s growth and profitability. Major teams within CBS include Finance, Technology, Talent Team, Brand Marketing and Communications, Business Development, Risk Management and Central Admin.

With so many offerings, you have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

The opportunity

The Business Development is typically responsible for assisting in the introduction and implementation of all necessary bid procedures, governance, and processes. As part of our Business Development team, this is a highly networked role that requires an ability to work under pressure and to challenging deadlines. Understanding our business directions and challenges and implementing various solutions will stretch your horizons.

Your Key Responsibilities

• To participate actively in developing proposal strategy, authoring proposals, company research and proposal production
• To assists in developing strategic/ tactical proposals and campaigns with the Business Development team and client service professionals to win new businesses
• To conduct research and writes standard or customized proposals, working closely with the team and senior management to develop responses that convey a unique proposal strategy for the client
• To prioritize proposal-writing assignments and coordinate the flow of information from various department contributors to ensure deadlines are met

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Well-organized with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously.
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• Recognised university degree in Business Studies/Marketing or equivalent
• At least 2-5 years of work experience in a related field

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Strong external market presence underpinned by social media profile/activity, external event speaking. Strong Point of View around sector/market segment.

What We Look For

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing working environment. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What We Offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience,where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements(FWA), where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning:You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you:We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership:We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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