The Business Development Director leads all business development efforts within the organisation, including the development and implementation of business development strategies and activities.
He/She spearheads business growth through expanding current businesses and exploring new markets and opportunities. He/She also leads business development activities through cross-function collaborations. He/She grows the market share of the organisation through partnerships, Joint Ventures (JV) and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A).
He/She is assertive and insightful, and possesses strong business acumen that enables him/her to seek out new growth opportunities. He/She keeps abreast of market trends, industry events, competitors and clients' needs in order to pursue growth opportunities. He/She is able to respond quickly to improve the effectiveness of current plans to ensure success in a competitive and global market place.
He/She travels frequently, maintains rapport with potential and existing clients, and networks extensively outside of the office to develop business relationships.