Trainee Business Development Officer

About the role

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 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.