Business Development Specialist - Bids and Tenders

ARCS; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company in Gauteng seeks a Business Development Specialist for Bids. This full-time, on-site role involves identifying business opportunities, developing compelling bids and proposals, and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to broader business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in a business development role, preferably in professional services.
• Exposure to the legal industry is advantageous.
• High commitment to quality in communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end development of bids and proposals.
• Develop tailored messaging for client requirements.
• Monitor and improve bidding processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Oral communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Education

Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

CRM systems (InterAction)

Job description

Business Development Specialist – Bids
Location: Sandton
CTC: R44,000 per month (inclusive of benefits)
Work Model: Full-time, on-site (no hybrid/remote)

Step into a role where strategy meets execution, and your skills shape the future of high-stakes business growth.
Join a dynamic, fast-paced team at the heart of driving new business success. This is your opportunity to take ownership of complex, high-value bidding processes within a highly respected professional environment. If you're meticulous, persuasive, and thrive under pressure, this role is made for you.

What you’ll do:
You’ll be instrumental in identifying new business opportunities and leading the end-to-end development of compelling bids, tenders, and proposals. You’ll shape pitch strategies, craft sharp key messages, and coordinate inputs across legal and business teams to deliver standout submissions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and prepare high-quality bids, tenders, and proposals that align with client requirements and deadlines
• Develop tailored messaging that articulates unique value for each scope of work
• Maintain and regularly update pitch/tender collateral to ensure professionalism and relevance
• Monitor and track bid outcomes to continuously refine and improve processes
• Build relationships with clients, procurement teams, and internal stakeholders
• Maintain pitch and proposal records on InterAction for streamlined reporting
• Contribute to broader BD initiatives including CRM and legal directory submissions

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business
• 2–4 years of experience in a business development role, preferably within a professional services or corporate environment
• Exposure to the legal industry is advantageous
• Excellent command of English with strong oral and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; familiarity with CRM systems such as InterAction