Business Development Administrator - Hybrid

Dixie Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Dixie Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented Business Development Administrator based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. In this role, you will support the business development team in enhancing sales initiatives and managing client relationships. Responsibilities include CRM management, pipeline oversight, and preparing insightful reports.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma in business administration or a related field, alongside 2-3 years of experience in a similar role, showcasing strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a business development, sales support, marketing or administrative role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Independent worker skilled in communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update CRM systems with accurate client and prospect information.
• Manage the sales pipeline from lead generation through to conversion.
• Conduct market research to identify potential clients and opportunities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

CRM proficiency

LinkedIn Sales Navigator use

Research skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Business Administration, Marketing or Sales

Tools

HubSpot

Salesforce

Microsoft Office Suite

LinkedIn

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Business Development Administrator to support our client’s business development team in driving growth and maintaining strong client relationships. This role combines administrative excellence with sales support, requiring someone who can juggle multiple priorities while contributing to their mission of connecting businesses globally.

Responsibilities

Sales Support & Pipeline Management

• Maintain and update CRM systems with accurate client and prospect information
• Managing the sales pipeline from lead generation through to conversion
• Prepare presentations and reports for client meetings
• Track and report on key sales metrics and KPIs
• Coordinate follow-up activities and ensure timely responses to prospects and clients

Administrative & Coordination

• Schedule and coordinate meetings, calls and appointments with C-Suite Executives
• Manage calendars and ensure efficient time allocation across opportunities
• Prepare meeting agendas, take notes and distribute action items
• Handle correspondence and communications with professionalism

• Managing various client profiles on LinkedIn

Research & Lead Qualification

• Conduct market research to identify potential clients and opportunities
• Research prospects and compile relevant information to support outreach efforts
• Qualify leads based on established criteria and business fit
• Maintain databases of target markets, industries, and decision-makers
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities

Reporting & Analysis

• Compile regular reports on business development activities and outcomes
• Analyse sales data to identify trends, opportunities and areas for improvement
• Support forecasting activities and pipeline reviews

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or related field
• 2-3 years of experience in a business development, sales support, marketing or administrative role
• Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency using LinkedIn Sales Navigator to identify decision-makers and build targeted prospect lists
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience with LinkedIn and social media platforms for business purposes

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Understanding of B2B sales processes and methodologies
• Experience in the sales enablement, marketing or professional services industry
• Knowledge of social selling and digital marketing concepts
• Data analysis skills
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
• Self-motivated with strong time management abilities
• Adaptable and comfortable with evolving priorities
• Social media content coordination exp highly advantageous