Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Executive Assistant & Business Development Executive to support the CEO in a fast-paced startup environment.
This role combines executive support with business development exposure, providing a unique opportunity to work closely with the CEO on strategic priorities, client engagement, market expansion, and business growth initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, resourceful, eager to learn, and interested in developing a long-term career in business development or strategic management.
Role Split: Executive Support (60%) | Business Development (40%)
Key Responsibilities
Executive Support
- Manage the CEO's calendar, meetings, travel arrangements, and business priorities.
- Prepare presentations, meeting materials, reports, and executive correspondence.
- Track key action items and ensure timely follow-up with stakeholders.
- Coordinate communication between the CEO, leadership team, clients, and external partners.
- Support leadership meetings, board-related activities, and special projects.
- Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Business Development Support
- Support the CEO in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
- Maintain sales pipelines, opportunity trackers, and client databases.
- Conduct market, competitor, and industry research to identify growth opportunities.
- Prepare client presentations, proposals, credentials, and meeting materials.
- Coordinate client meetings, networking events, and follow-up activities.
- Assist with account planning and relationship management for key clients.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Executive Assistant, Business Support, Project Coordination, Account Management, or related roles.
- Experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams preferred.
- Strong interest in business development, sales, and client relationship management.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to thrive in a dynamic startup environment.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Diploma or Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Management, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to business development, account management, or sales support functions.
- Experience preparing client-facing presentations, proposals, or marketing materials.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and pipeline management tools.
- Experience supporting C-suite executives is an advantage.
What Success Looks Like
- CEO's time is effectively managed and focused on high-value priorities.
- Meetings, travel, communications, and follow-ups run seamlessly.
- Business opportunities are tracked and progressed effectively.
- Client engagements are well-organized and professionally executed.
- Market insights and business intelligence support business growth efforts.
- Candidate progressively develops business development and client management capabilities.
Career Growth Opportunity
This role is designed for high-potential professionals seeking exposure beyond a traditional Executive Assistant position. Working directly with the CEO, you will gain hands-on experience in executive management, with potential progression into Business Development and Commercial Operations roles.