Trainee Business Development Advisor
Dains Alumni Group, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States, 74145
Overview
Department:
GHE
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Burton-on-Trent
Reporting To:
Richard Hancock
Description At GHE, we specialise in securing research and innovation funding for organisations across the UK and Europe. Our work enables businesses to unlock transformative R&D projects, accelerate innovation, and access significant public funding.
As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an ambitious and motivated
Trainee Business Development Advisor
to join our high‑performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication skills and commercial awareness who wants to build a long‑term career in professional business development.
Key Responsibilities
Identifying high‑quality potential clients through research across a range of industries
Analysing company profiles to understand potential project needs and funding eligibility
Introducing GHE’s services clearly and confidently, focusing on value, not volume
Qualifying prospects and ensuring meetings are meaningful and well‑targeted
Holding insightful conversations that demonstrate understanding of innovation funding
Keeping CRM/database records accurate and up to date
Preparing relevant insight for the BD team to support high‑value client conversations
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
A confident, engaging communicator with strong telephone presence
Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple tasks
Prior experience in customer engagement, or business development is an advantage
Experience speaking with decision‑makers or professional stakeholders is beneficial
Commercial curiosity and the ability to understand business challenges
Job Benefits
Attractive bonus scheme (based on personal and company performance)
Hybrid working for flexibility and work–life balance
Excellent training and ongoing mentorship, with opportunities to progress into senior Business Development roles
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GHE
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Burton-on-Trent
Reporting To:
Richard Hancock
Description At GHE, we specialise in securing research and innovation funding for organisations across the UK and Europe. Our work enables businesses to unlock transformative R&D projects, accelerate innovation, and access significant public funding.
As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an ambitious and motivated
Trainee Business Development Advisor
to join our high‑performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication skills and commercial awareness who wants to build a long‑term career in professional business development.
Key Responsibilities
Identifying high‑quality potential clients through research across a range of industries
Analysing company profiles to understand potential project needs and funding eligibility
Introducing GHE’s services clearly and confidently, focusing on value, not volume
Qualifying prospects and ensuring meetings are meaningful and well‑targeted
Holding insightful conversations that demonstrate understanding of innovation funding
Keeping CRM/database records accurate and up to date
Preparing relevant insight for the BD team to support high‑value client conversations
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
A confident, engaging communicator with strong telephone presence
Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple tasks
Prior experience in customer engagement, or business development is an advantage
Experience speaking with decision‑makers or professional stakeholders is beneficial
Commercial curiosity and the ability to understand business challenges
Job Benefits
Attractive bonus scheme (based on personal and company performance)
Hybrid working for flexibility and work–life balance
Excellent training and ongoing mentorship, with opportunities to progress into senior Business Development roles
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