Business Development Administrator

About the Company

Old Mutual is committed to creating opportunities across Africa and values the strength that comes from a diverse workforce.

Role Overview

The Business Development Administrator will work closely with the Business Development Manager to help drive business growth activities, manage pipeline information, and coordinate work across different business units. This position provides administrative, reporting, and operational support to help uncover, develop, and deliver new business opportunities.

Business Development Support

• Help identify, monitor, and coordinate business development opportunities across all business units.
• Keep the business development pipeline current and ensure reports are accurate and submitted on time.
• Gather and coordinate input for customer value propositions, business models, and new initiatives.
• Assist with creating presentations, proposals, and supporting documents for both internal and external audiences.

Pipeline and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of opportunities, leads, and projects in the pipeline.
• Prepare routine reports, dashboards, and status updates covering pipeline activity, conversion performance, and key measures.
• Track progress on initiatives and follow up with relevant stakeholders to keep work moving on schedule.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Support communication between the Business Development Manager, business units, and other key stakeholders.
• Help arrange and organise meetings, engagements, and strategy sessions.
• Assist with stakeholder follow-up and make sure information and action items are shared promptly.

Business Case and Documentation Support

• Help compile business cases, proposals, and other supporting documents for new initiatives.
• Coordinate inputs from teams such as Finance, Risk, Operations, and Marketing to ensure submissions are complete.
• Support document control and maintain proper records of all business development activities.

Market Research and Insights

• Carry out market research and competitor analysis to help identify opportunities.
• Collect and assess relevant business data to support decision-making and strategy development.

Governance and Compliance

• Support adherence to internal governance frameworks, policies, and approval procedures.
• Ensure records and processes meet organisational standards.
• Help monitor service levels and keep records of agreements with partners and service providers.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Business Management, Marketing, Finance, or a related discipline, and have 2 to 4 years of experience in business support, sales, marketing, or an administrative function. Experience in financial services will be considered an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong planning, organisation, and coordination ability.
• Solid reporting and analytical skills, including confidence with Excel and data handling.
• Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and focused on finding practical solutions.
• Basic understanding of business development, sales processes, and commercial principles.

Additional Information

Closing date: 23 June 2026, 23:59.

The role is based in Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe and is a full-time, on-site position.

Old Mutual encourages applications from people whose experience and background align with the responsibilities and requirements above.