Business Development Researcher

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify business opportunities, emerging industry trends, and potential areas for organizational growth.
• Identify and research prospective clients, strategic partners, and organizations that align with the company's services and business objectives.
• Analyze competitors, market positioning, service offerings, and industry developments to identify competitive advantages.
• Develop and maintain databases of prospective clients, business leads, and potential partnership opportunities.
• Research target markets and customer segments to support effective business development and client acquisition strategies.
• Prepare detailed market intelligence reports, business development proposals, competitor analyses, and strategic recommendations.
• Identify relevant professional networks, business platforms, industry events, and partnership opportunities that can enhance organisational visibility.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and management teams to develop data-driven business growth strategies.
• Monitor business development initiatives, evaluate lead-generation performance, and recommend improvements to existing strategies.
• Track relevant regulatory, economic, and industry developments that may influence business expansion and service delivery.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, economics, management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in business research, market intelligence, lead generation, or business development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct independent research and translate findings into practical business recommendations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, PowerPoint, and digital research tools.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and contribute effectively to team objectives.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in business development research, market analysis, competitive intelligence, and strategic planning.
• Familiarity with lead-generation platforms, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, CRM systems, and business intelligence tools.
• Experience researching international markets, particularly the United States and other major professional services markets.
• Understanding of client acquisition strategies, customer segmentation, sales funnels, and business growth models.
• Experience identifying business partnerships, institutional collaborations, and corporate growth opportunities.
• Experience preparing business proposals, market research reports, strategic presentations, and business development plans.
• Ability to use AI-assisted research and analytical tools responsibly to improve research efficiency and business decision-making.