Graduate Business Development & Marketing Coordinator
Be Part of an Incredible Journey in the Security Sector - Join Black Diamond
As a UK security and technology solutions leader, Black Diamond delivers unrivalled, holistic security services combined with cutting-edge technology for site security, operational efficiency, and exceptional customer satisfaction. We invite you to become a Graduate Business Development & Marketing Coordinator.
This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate looking to build a career in business development, marketing, bid management and corporate communications. You'll work closely with our Head of Business Development and gain hands-on experience across a wide range of business growth activities.
What You Will Do
You'll support the delivery of successful tender submissions, help promote the BDS brand, coordinate marketing campaigns and ensure the business remains tender-ready. No two days are the same, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety and wants to develop a broad commercial skillset.
Black Diamond is your destination if you're seeking a dynamic career enriched with unique challenges, boundless prospects, and a commitment to career evolution.
Main Responsibilities
- Monitor procurement portals and identify new business opportunities.
- Support the preparation and submission of high-quality bids and tenders.
- Maintain bid documentation, company information and compliance records.
- Create engaging content for LinkedIn and other social media platforms
- Assist with marketing campaigns, website updates, newsletters and promotional materials
- Research market trends, competitors and potential clients.
- Maintain CRM records and support client relationship activities
- Help organise exhibitions, networking events and corporate communications.
What We Expect of You
Essential:
- Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or a related subject.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail.
- Confident using Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
- Professional, proactive and positive approach.
Desirable:
- Experience with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Knowledge of LinkedIn and social media marketing.
- Familiarity with CRM systems.
- Understanding of public sector procurement or tendering.
- Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot.
What You Can Expect From Us
We strive for a dynamic, inclusive, supportive work culture that fosters personal and professional advancement.
- £28,000 to £33,000 per annum
Monday – Friday, 0900 - 1700
Access to employee benefits including:
- AXA 24/7 health support phoneline
- Employee assistance programme
- Various discounts
- Discounted DCLT gym membership
- 2-4-1 County Enclosure entry tickets (excluding St Leger Festival) for the Doncaster Racecourse
- Recruitment scheme
- Sales incentive scheme
- Suggestion scheme
- Photo of the month scheme
- A Reward and Recognition programme
- Avenues for career progression through tailored training and development schemes
- As an employee-first organisation, we concentrate on well-being, continual learning, and career progression
- Incentivising Employee Referral Scheme
Black Diamond is an equal opportunity employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals irrespective of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. Criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Pay: £28,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
