Assistant Manager, Business Development

Responsible for driving the growth of Cradle Innovation Advisory (CIA) by identifying, developing, and converting new business opportunities and partnerships. The role supports CIA’s mandate as Cradle’s primary revenue-generating and sustainability pillar from 2026 onwards.

Job Description

Business Development & Pipeline Management

• Identify and scope new business opportunities across consultancy, advisory programmes, and innovation services.
• Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of potential clients and partners (corporates, government agencies, regional entities).
• Lead proposal development, including concept notes, pricing inputs, and commercial justifications.
• Track leads, conversions, and deal progress in coordination with the Revenue & Commercial Strategy function.

Partnerships & Client Engagement

• Manage relationships with key partners and clients, including initial engagement, nee...