Business Development Assistant

Safc; Eastern Manila District; On-site; PHP 167,400 - 200,880; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company in the business sector is looking for a Business Development Associate in Metro Manila. This role involves providing comprehensive operational support, managing administrative and financial tasks, and assisting with partnership projects. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Business Administration or Finance, and strong organizational and communication skills. A competitive salary of ₱15,000.00 - ₱18,000.00 per month is offered.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with financial processing (invoices, expenses) and basic reporting is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the central point for departmental administrative tasks.
• Coordinate logistics for team travel, client meetings, and partnership events.
• Process and track purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and monitor departmental expenditures.
• Compile regular reports on team activities, project status, and KPIs.
• Provide back-end support for partnership projects including document preparation.

Skills

Exceptional Organizational Skills

Strong Numerical & Financial Acumen

Advanced Communication Skills

High Proficiency in Office Software

Proactive Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Tools

MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)

Job description

Pay: ₱15,000.00 - ₱18,000.00 per month

JOB OBJECTIVE

The primary objective of the Business Development Associate is to provide comprehensive operational support to the entire department. This role is responsible for ensuring smooth business-as-usual operations by managing administrative, financial, and logistical tasks, as well as reporting. The Associate enables the team to focus on strategic goals by providing critical back-end support for partnership projects and daily activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative & Operational Support

• Serve as the central point for departmental administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, managing communications, and maintaining filing systems.
• Coordinate logistics for team travel, client meetings, and partnership events.
• Manage the inventory and procurement of office supplies and materials needed for the department.

Financial & Logistical Management

• Process and track purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports for the business development team.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and monitor departmental expenditures against them.
• Liaise with the finance and logistics departments to ensure timely payment and delivery of services.

Reporting & Data Management

• Compile, analyze, and distribute regular reports on team activities, project status, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Maintain and update the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and other databases with accurate partner and project information.

Partnership Project Support

• Provide back-end support for partnership projects, including document preparation, coordination between internal teams, and tracking project milestones.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of a Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with financial processing (invoices, expenses) and basic reporting is highly desirable.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.
• Strong Numerical & Financial Acumen: Proficiency in handling numbers, budgets, and expense reports accurately.
• Advanced Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across departments.
• High Proficiency in Office Software: Advanced skills in MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
• Proactive Problem Solving: Ability to anticipate needs and address operational challenges before they arise.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous accuracy in data management, reporting, and financial tasks.

Personal Attributes

• A reliable and resourceful team player who thrives in a supportive role.
• Highly discreet and able to handle confidential information with integrity.
• A self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision.