Trainee Business Development Officer
We have a fantastic opportunity for a new Business Development Officer to join our team – perfect for anyone looking to build their knowledge and begin a career in the charitable sector.
As a Business Development Officer, you will work closely with our Director of Business Development and Business Development Manager to engage in projects across our Tendering, Service Development and Social Value Teams.
Within Tendering, you’ll learn to work on all parts of the bid writing process, including feasibility analysis, research, gathering input from local managers and writing quality submissions. You’ll have a key role in developing our social value proposals as well as supporting the delivery of initiatives, which can include liaising with councils, community partners, and holding activities & events.
To excel in the role, you will be able to use your initiative and communicate effectively. You will need be well-organised, hard-working and flexible to navigate multiple deadlines and a fast-paced environment. You will have strong practical writing abilities, as well as confidence with IT, research and problem-solving.
We have a strong team ethos, and you will receive structured and on the job training alongside daily informal support. Our Trainee role offers an exciting development pathway, with opportunities for career progression with in our Business Development Teams after 12 months.
We value diversity and welcome applicants from all background, cultures and identities.
For any questions please contact keira.lyons@creativesupport.co.uk
Vacancy Reference Number: 91432
Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.
Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.
We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization – Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.
We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.
Application Instructions:
In order to apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.
You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed Application Forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk to be considered for the vacancy. If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying.
If you require any advice on completing your application form, please call us on 0161 236 0829.
Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS
