Jobs, fresher vacancy - Business Development Assistant • UK

Company: ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD

UK

Job Title: Business Development AssistantLocation: London, hybrid working.Salary: Up to £40,000, depending on candidate experience.Position SummaryOur client, a global construction consultancy is searching for a skilled Business Development Assistant to join their ever growing London office. The Business Development Assistant will be responsible for researching, identifying, and qualifying prospective clients across target markets and sectors. They will also play a key role in supporting the Directors and Project Directors of the company, by providing high quality lead intelligence, maintaining accurate CRM records, and assisting with all business development activities that contribute to pipeline growth.This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who is analytical, organised, and eager to develop within a commercial environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProspect Research & Lead GenerationConduct research to identify potential client organisations across defined industries and sectors.Gather intelligence on organisations, key decision makers, market trends, and potential opportunities.Build and maintain lists of high-quality prospects aligned with the company’s ideal client profile.Use tools such as LinkedIn, industry publications, databases, and internal resources to generate new leads.Assist in the early qualification of leads prior to engagement by the Directors.CRM ManagementEnsure all new leads, opportunities, and client information are accurately logged into the REFLEX CRM systemMaintain data quality and completeness throughout the sales cycle.Regularly update the status of leads and opportunities based on interactions, research, and input from the Directors.Support CRM reporting by preparing summaries or dashboards as required.Support to Business Development DirectorsProvide administrative and research support for client meetings, presentations, and account planning.Assist with preparing briefing notes, meeting packs, and background research.Support with scheduling meetings or follow-up actions on behalf of the Directors where required.Help track progress against business development objectives and pipeline KPIs.Coordination & Internal CollaborationWork closely with the wider Business Development team to share insights and maintain alignment on target sectors.Contribute to team meetings with research insights or market intelligence.Development & GrowthThis role offers hands-on exposure to the full business development lifecycle and a clear pathway to progress into Business Development Executive roles. The successful candidate will gain experience in:Lead qualification.Pipeline management.CRM mastery.Meeting preparation and commercial communication.Sector and market intelligence.Skills & ExperienceEssentialStrong research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret information quickly and accurately.Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.Confident using CRM systems (experience with Salesforce is advantageous but not essential).Good written communication skills, especially for preparing summaries and reports.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams).DesirablePrior experience in a business development, sales support, or research-focused role.Understanding of B2B sales processes or client relationship management.Familiarity with LinkedIn Sales Navigator or other lead-gen tools.The successful candidate will beProactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn.Curious mindset and an interest in exploring industries, organisations, and markets.Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.Professional manner and ability to represent the Business Development team effectively.Strong work ethic and reliability in managing assigned tasks.