Job Requirements
Job Title: Senior Manager – Strategy & Business Development
Role Purpose
To support the organization’s growth initiatives by identifying new opportunities, tracking industry trends, and assisting in building strategic relationships across markets.
Key Responsibilities
1. Opportunity Identification
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Conduct research to identify new business areas, sectors, and expansion opportunities
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Prepare initial feasibility notes and opportunity briefs
2. Market Intelligence
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Track industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging sectors
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Compile periodic reports with actionable insights for senior management
3. Event & Exhibition Participation
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Identify relevant domestic and international exhibitions, trade fairs, and conferences
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Attend events (as required), gather insights, and prepare structured reports
4. Relationship Support
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Assist in building and maintaining relationships with industry leaders, partners, and stakeholders
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Coordinate and support scheduling of meetings with CMDs / senior executives
5. Institutional Outreach
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Support engagement with Embassies, trade bodies, and industry associations
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Track opportunities arising from government and international collaborations
6. Business Development Support
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Assist in evaluating partnerships, collaborations, and new initiatives
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Support preparation of presentations, pitch decks, and briefing notes
Key Deliverables
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Opportunity pipeline tracker
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Market intelligence reports
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Event/exhibition insights and summaries
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Meeting briefs and follow-ups
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Support documentation for strategic initiatives
Work Experience
Experience:
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5–10 years in strategy, business development, consulting, or research roles
Skills:
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Strong analytical and research capabilities
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Good networking and coordination skills
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Effective communication (written & verbal)
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Proficiency in presentations (PowerPoint) and data analysis
Personality Traits:
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Curious and proactive
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Willingness to learn and explore new sectors
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Organized and detail-oriented
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Open to travel (domestic & selective international)
Success Metrics (KPIs)
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Quality and relevance of opportunity ideas generated
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Timeliness and usefulness of market intelligence
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Effectiveness in supporting strategic meetings and initiatives
Contribution to new business leads and partnerships
