Business Development Officer

Skills and experience required:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Marketing, or a related field.
  
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline would be an advantage.
  

Experience

• Relevant experience in business development, sales, or a related commercial role.
  
• Demonstrated track record of managing client relationships and delivering business growth.
  
• Experience in the energy, oil and gas, or a related sector is highly desirable.
  

Key Competencies

• Business acumen and commercial awareness.
  
• Strategic thinking and market analysis.
  
• Client relationship management.
  
• Negotiation and stakeholder engagement.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Research and analytical skills.
  
• Cross-functional collaboration.
  
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to demonstrate initiative and leadership.
  

Main responsibilities:

Client Relationship Management

• Maintain and nurture relationships with Eni's clients, continuously assessing and responding to their evolving requirements.
  
• Consult with existing and prospective clients to provide products and solutions tailored to their specific needs.
  
• Serve as a key point of contact for client support throughout the duration of each engagement with the company.
  

Market Intelligence & Business Growth

• Continuously monitor markets and industry trends through research, networking, and regional benchmarking to identify opportunities and support business growth.
  
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities across the organisation.
  
• Assess the evolving commercial landscape and analyse potential competitors within the company’s sector.
  

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Arrange and facilitate meetings with key decision-makers in target organisations to establish and strengthen strategic partnerships.
  
• Establish, manage, and maintain effective communication channels with all stakeholders.
  

Strategy & Leadership

• Provide leadership in establishing a B2B function by designing and executing an effective strategy to support commercial growth objectives.
  
• Oversee the execution of the organisation’s strategic and annual business plans.
  
• Promote a culture that reflects the organisation’s values and commercial vision.