Business Development & Partnerships Coordinator
- Salary: £14.00 per hour
- TEMPORARY ROLE TO START ASAP
- Temp role for 4 weeks (ongoing)
- Location: Harlow
- Job Type: Part-time (25 hours/week) Monday to Friday 13:00pm - 18:30pm
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Business Development & Partnerships Coordinator to join our team at the Harlow Campus. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in business development, marketing, or partnership management, preferably within the education, training, or non profit sectors.
Day-to-day of the role:
Business Development & Partnerships
- Identify and develop new business opportunities for the Harlow Campus and promote academic and training programs
- Business Development calls to promote the campus and ask if they need to use the campus perhaps for meetings/events
- Build and maintain relationships with businesses, educational institutions, and community organisations.
- Conduct market research and needs assessments to identify demand for new events or services.
- Support strategic plans for external engagement.
Marketing & Promotion
- Develop and coordinate marketing strategies to raise awareness of the Harlow Campus.
- Promote the campus to potential corporate partners, academic institutions, and government bodies.
- Manage space rentals, create promotional materials, and oversee digital content and event marketing campaigns.
- Manage the Campus website and social media presence.
Program & Event Coordination
- Support the planning and execution of academic programs, workshops, and conferences.
- Liaise with faculty members, students, and external organisations to ensure smooth program delivery.
- Manage logistics for visiting delegations, guest speakers, and business partners.
Administrative & Operational Support
- Maintain and update a customer relationship management database.
- Ensure compliance with university policies and external partnership agreements.
Reception & Front Desk Support
- Cover reception duties, handle visitor inquiries, and provide administrative support.
- Assist with booking appointments and managing meeting spaces.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in business development, marketing, or partnership management.
- University degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience in event planning, project management, or educational program coordination is an asset.
- Proficiency in CRM tools, Microsoft Office, and digital marketing platforms.
- Strong customer service and administrative skills.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Flexible working hours, including the possibility to work weekends based on business needs.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
To apply for the Business Development & Partnerships Coordinator position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.