Ernst & Young

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 Senior Associate 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 performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer: 

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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