Business Development Executive

Reports To: Global Business Development Director

Function: Business Development

Job Location: Erbil or Remotely

JOB PURPOSE:

The Business Development Executive will play a key role in driving the company’s growth by conducting in-depth market research to support business development and customer relationship management (CRM).

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work closely with the Global Business Development Director to assess and prioritize high-value opportunities.
• Ensure all bid submissions are compliant, competitive, and tailored to specific client requirements.
• Conduct in-depth market research on relevant sectors using provided tools and portals, tracking procurement cycles, emerging opportunities, and funding trends.
• Identify high-growth regions and sectors that align with company’s capabilities.
• Support in the preparation of high-quality, client-centric bid proposals, ensuring alignment with RFP requirements.
• Develop pricing and cost strategies in collaboration with relevant teams to maintain competitiveness.
• Facilitate coordination between technical, legal, and operations teams to ensure comprehensive proposal development.
• Engage with key decision-makers and government agencies to strengthen company’s presence in the industry.
• Help refine bidding processes, tools, and templates to improve efficiency and win rates
• Utilize CRM systems and tools to analyze client data and insights, enabling engagement strategies that drive long-term business growth.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in marketing, international relations, engineering, public policy or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in market research, capture planning, or business development.
• Previous experience in business development with international defense contractors or government agencies would be advantageous.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Strong expertise in bid development, market research, and competitor analysis.
• Strong research and analytical skills to provide data-driven strategic recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and data analysis tools is a plus.
• Good writing skills to support in developing high-quality proposals.
• Fluent in English. Other language proficiencies are an advantage.
• Self-motivated, ownership of tasks, and accountable.
• Adaptability and cultural awareness to work across global market.