Role: Administrator (Business Development Assistant) Salary: £25k plus Private medical, 10% pension & great working culture Location: Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex About the Company Our client is a specialist civil engineering contractor with a strong track record delivering complex, high-impact infrastructure and construction projects across the UK and Europe. Renowned for technical expertise and a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation, they play a key role in building and maintaining essential infrastructure for communities and industry. Their Shoreham office is a hub for business development and project support, and they’re now seeking a motivated Business Development Assistant/ Administrator to help drive growth in the UK market. The Role As Business Development Assistant, you’ll be the right hand to the Business Development Manager. This is a varied, fast-paced role suited to someone confident, organised, and proactive—keen to support client engagement, project acquisition, and business development initiatives from first contact through to client care. Key Responsibilities * Support the Business Development Manager across client engagement and lead generation. * Assist with preparing, coordinating, and submitting Tenders and PQQs, ensuring deadlines, compliance, and professional presentation. * Maintain the CRM with accurate, up-to-date information. * Coordinate industry events, conferences, and networking activities. * Communicate with clients and prospects via email, phone, and face-to-face. * Draft and edit client proposals, presentations, and marketing materials. * Manage travel arrangements, diaries/calendars, and appointment scheduling. * Track live opportunities and tender deadlines. * Support internal project management processes and follow up on action points. * Monitor industry activity, client movements, and emerging opportunities. * Help organise client visits, site tours, and meetings. * Identify new sectors or areas of opportunity within civil engineering and construction. * Represent our client professionally with a client-first attitude. What We’re Looking For * Experience in a business support/administrative/assistant role * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively. * Confident with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and CRM systems. * Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. * High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. * Positive, professional, and approachable manner with strong initiative. Why Join * Join a respected international contractor with a strong UK presence. * Friendly, supportive, and engaging Shoreham office. * Opportunities to attend high-profile industry events and networking sessions. * Flexible working arrangements (including the option of a 4-day week). * Personal development and training in a growing organisation. Remuneration: * £25k per annum * Life insurance 4* * Private medical * Pension 9% company, 1% individual How to Apply Please send your CV and a short covering note explaining why you’re the ideal candidate by clicking Apply! Role: Administrator (Business Development Assistant) Salary: £25k plus Private medical, 10% pension & great working culture Location: Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex