CBS Junior Business Development (12-months contract)

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   As an Associate / Senior Associate, you need to be an excellent communicator and understand the complex technical, strategic and business issues. Primarily, your responsibilities and expectations include,   but not limited to the following:

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