Business Development Administrator

Business Development Administrator Join Leep Utilities as a Business Development Administrator. Keep opportunities moving, maintain trusted data and support the growth of essential utility networks. We usually respond within a week Department: Business Development Reports to: Business Development Support Manager Salary: up to £27K DOE Location: Manchester / Hybrid The Opportunity As our Business Development Administrator, you'll play a critical role in supporting the progression of new business opportunities across electricity, water and heat network adoption. Working closely with our Business Development Managers, you'll ensure new enquiries are accurately captured, processed and progressed through each stage of the journey in line with internal processes. You'll help coordinate new projects from initial enquiry through to handover, making sure information is complete, accurate and managed efficiently. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain visibility across the full business development lifecycle, develop your understanding of utility infrastructure projects and make a valuable contribution to the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support to the Sales and Business Development team. Take ownership of the new enquiry process, ensuring all enquiries are logged, tracked, and progressed in accordance with internal procedures and governance requirements. Maintain and manage accurate project and client information within the CRM system, ensuring data integrity and pipeline visibility. Support the preparation, distribution, and tracking of project documentation, proposals, and sales materials. Support and administer NAV and utility adoption processes, tracking milestones and proactively highlighting risks or delays. Provide timely administrative support and updates for and internal stakeholders. Assist with reporting on sales activity, pipeline status, and key performance metrics as required. Support continuous improvement of internal sales processes, documentation, and administrative systems. Measures of Success New enquiries are managed promptly and professionally, with clear visibility of progress at every stage. CRM records are accurate, up to date, and trusted as the single source of project and client information. Sales and adoption projects move forward smoothly because of your proactive coordination and administration. Stakeholders value your responsiveness, organisation, and ability to keep activities on track. Reporting is accurate, timely, and provides clear insight into pipeline performance and activity. You continuously find ways to improve how we work, making processes simpler and more effective for the wider team. About You Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and DocuSign. Comfortable working with CRM systems and managing structured project data. Proactive, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently. Ability to remain calm under pressure and work to deadlines with accuracy. An interest in infrastructure, utilities, or commercial environments would be beneficial but is not essential. Your Development and Benefits At Leep, we believe in stable growth and putting our people first. Our 5-year strategic growth plan gives us stability today and prepares us for the future, while nurturing a strong collaborative and supportive culture. Our benefits include: Salary which aligns to your experience and skillset 25 days paid holiday + bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your birthday Commission scheme (eligible after probation) Company pension plan Health Cash plan through Westfield Health Option to purchase additional holiday days through our Holiday Buying Scheme Engagement committee with events throughout the year, including Christmas Party, Summer Party and individual team socials Paid professional memberships relevant to your role and access to professional development opportunities Our Values At the forefront of everything we do: Safety, Customer Promise, Accountability, Reliability, Respect, Flexibility Equal Opportunities Leep Utilities is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any appropriate accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. Team Sales & Commercial Locations Salford Remote status Hybrid About Leep Utilities At Leep Utilities, we're not just providing essential services like water, electricity and heat. We’re shaping the future of sustainable infrastructure across the UK. We work with leading developers to provide sustainable and quality utility services to our partnered communities, playing a key role in innovative projects that are transforming the way people live and work. Leep is the result of a joint venture between the independent mid-market infrastructure investment manager, Ancala Partners LLP and one of the UK’s leading private real estate investment and infrastructure companies, The Peel Group . Leep Utilities – Network adoptions done right Founded in 2017 Applicant tracking system by Teamtailor