London, UK
Business development coordinator
at Weston Williamson + Partners
Weston Williamson + Partners is seeking a business development coordinator to join its team in London.
Weston Williamson + Partners is an architectural and urban design practice that specialises in designing and drawing together transport infrastructure, housing and placemaking.
We work collaboratively, being open and trusting with colleagues, clients and stakeholders. Our studio is structured to make sure that every voice is heard, and to facilitate a culture of innovation and exemplary design whilst building upon our 30 years of experience to deliver successful projects.
The business development coordinator will report to the bidding and business development lead and provide support across the practice in all our business development, bidding and marketing activity.
This varied role is a great opportunity to be involved in all aspects of business development within an international architecture practice. You will support all our sectors, building relationships with sector leads, regional leads, partners and associates to understand the practice, its market and opportunities, and to support our growth.
The ideal candidate will have a hunger to learn with a lively and proactive can-do attitude. You must be happy to get involved in all aspects of the practice and studio life, supporting where you are needed. Training will be provided in our core management systems and support software.
Core responsibilities:
- maintaining practice materials and image libraries: including CVs, sample answers, project information and project images
- maintaining our client relationship management systems (Pipedrive), and providing support to all client managers
- supporting the development of bidding activity, including finding opportunities, managing tender portals, developing responses and submitting tenders
- undertaking research into clients and business opportunities
- coordinating internal and external meetings and appointments
- assisting with the preparation of presentations to clients
- writing and distributing agendas and documents for business development and bid meetings
- supporting the development of written material for marketing following practice guidelines, including social media posts, website material, award submissions, capability statements etc
- supporting our equality, diversity and inclusion plan and identified actions
Requirements:
- organised with good time management skills
- good written and verbal communication skills and able to engage/collaborate with a wide variety of staff at various levels within the business
- proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- good literacy and numeracy skills
- research skills
Desirable:
- an interest in architecture and design
- knowledge of Adobe InDesign
Location
The role will be based in our London studio. We offer a flexible working environment with a range of staff benefits.
Salary subject to experience.
To submit your application please click the ‘apply’ link below.