Business Development 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.

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. Administrative & Operational Support

   • Maintain and update a customer relationship management database.
   • Ensure compliance with university policies and external partnership agreements.

5. Reception & Front Desk Support

   • Cover reception duties, handle visitor inquiries, and provide administrative support.
   • Assist with booking appointments and managing meeting spaces.

• 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.

• 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.