Business Development Manager

About the Role

Strategic Finance & Analysis

• Support financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and P&L analysis at business-unit and company levels
• Conduct variance analysis, prepare management dashboards, and track key financial KPIs
• Assist in business case evaluation for new projects, investments, or R&D initiatives

Responsibilities

• R&D and Innovation Support
• Partner with R&D teams to evaluate the financial and strategic viability of research programs and product development
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and support funding models for innovation projects
• Business Presentations & Meetings
• Prepare executive-level presentations, pitch decks, board reports, and investor summaries
• Participate in business meetings, take minutes, follow up on key action points, and contribute intellectually to discussions
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders for data collection, insights, and alignment
• Operations & Task Pool Management
• Handle a broad pool of strategic and operational activities across departments (finance, strategy, business development, R&D)
• Track progress, create project timelines, and ensure timely execution of cross-functional deliverables
• Intellectual Contributions & Business Discussions
• Engage in strategic brainstorming, market research, and policy discussions with leadership
• Provide insights through competitor benchmarking, industry trend analysis, and business model evaluations
• Communication & Coordination
• Liaise with external consultants, business partners, and internal teams for planning, reporting, and compliance support
• Ensure alignment of finance and strategy teams with operational departments

Qualifications

• Strong command over financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis
• Excellent presentation skills (PPT) and ability to present to CXOs and boards
• High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and work cross-functionally
• Agile, proactive, and capable of handling multiple work streams independently

Required Skills

• Strong command over financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis
• Excellent presentation skills (PPT) and ability to present to CXOs and boards
• High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and work cross-functionally
• Agile, proactive, and capable of handling multiple work streams independently

Preferred Skills

• Experience in strategic finance roles
• Familiarity with R&D processes and funding models