Junior business development officer
OMA is looking for a junior business development officer to join its Rotterdam-based practice.
OMA’s Rotterdam office is looking for a junior business development officer to join our business development department. The department is responsible for actively developing, acquiring and assessing potential projects, conducting market research and following up on market opportunities worldwide.
In this position, you will assist with requests for qualification/proposal, requests for information and client proposals. You will assist in maintaining a clear overview of a continuous flow of business related inquires and in initial assessment of potential new projects. You will also assist in market research, prepare regular status updates, develop marketing material and provide active support to the business development team. You will report to the director BD and PR, and ultimately to the partners in our Rotterdam office.
Requirements:
– MA/BA degree in architecture, candidates with a legal, business or accounting background with an affinity for architecture will also be considered
– fluency in English. Bilingual proficiency in another language is preferred
– two years plus professional experience in acquisition/ market research required, preferably in the architecture, real estate or development field
– experience in responding to RFI, RFP, PQQ and direct assignment proposals
– commercial drive
– ability to develop unconventional commercial solutions for unique creative opportunities
– experience/capability with the management of multiple assignments/deadlines
– interest in and affinity with market research
– self-discipline, pro-active and confident in a complex environment
– excellent communication and organisational skills
– skilled in MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite – Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
– understanding of architecture and master planning and/or the art & design world is recommended
To apply, please visit www.oma.eu/jobs and use our online application form to upload your cover letter and resume.