Job Title: Business Development Assistant (Entry-Level)
Location: Exeter or Torquay (Hybrid Working Available)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Kickstart Your Career in Business Development
Are you ready to launch a career in business development? Join PKF Francis Clark as a Business Development Assistant—a hands-on, entry-level role packed with learning opportunities, variety, and the chance to grow within a supportive and dynamic team.
Working across our Exeter and Torquay offices, you’ll be part of a fun, collaborative BD & marketing team of 16, helping to deliver exciting projects that drive growth and build relationships. From organising high-profile events to supporting sales proposals and lead generation, this is a brilliant stepping stone into the world of professional services.
Hybrid working is available, but regular in-office presence is key to learning and collaboration.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Coordinate and deliver client events, seminars, and networking sessions—from planning logistics to post-event follow-ups
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Generate creative ideas for corporate hospitality initiatives
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Conduct market and competitor research to support strategic decision-making
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Assist with lead qualification and opportunity tracking across the firm’s business units
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Support the proposal process and track success metrics (wins, losses, feedback)
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Organise BD meetings, managing action points and follow-ups
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Maintain and update the CRM system, ensuring data accuracy and uncovering insights
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Create reports and dashboards to track business development performance
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Help strengthen relationships with referrers and monitor event and campaign budgets
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Collaborate across departments on wider marketing and BD projects
What We’re Looking For
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Excellent communication skills—written and verbal
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Good time management and organisational abilities
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
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Strong attention to detail
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A proactive, curious mindset and willingness to learn
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Ability to travel between offices and attend off-site events as needed
Why Join PKF Francis Clark?
PKF Francis Clark is the largest independent firm of chartered accountants and business advisors in South West England, with nearly 1,000 team members across 9 offices. With a century-long legacy and a people-first culture, we’re proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces 2024, with additional awards for wellbeing, development, and inclusion.
We’re part of the PKF Global network—connecting you with professionals in over 150 countries and offering endless opportunities to grow your career internationally.
Perks & Benefits
Financial:
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Pension scheme
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Group life assurance (up to 4x salary)
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Group income protection
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Health cash plan for everyday healthcare needs
Health & Wellbeing:
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Buy up to 5 extra days of holiday*
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Counselling and mental health support for you and your family
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Virtual GP access
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Cycle-to-work scheme*
Lifestyle & More:
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Discounts on shopping, gyms, and lifestyle services
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Gifts for career and family milestones
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One paid volunteering day per year
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Emergency support via our charitable foundation
*Some benefits provided via salary exchange—subject to meeting minimum wage post-exchange requirements.