As a Business Development Manager, you will oversee daily operations, manage budgets, assist with onboarding, and support new team setups.
1. General
- Job Title: Business Manager
- Type: Contract
- Level: Mid-Level
- Location: Remote; must support PST time zone
- Workplace: Remote
- Duration: ASAP to TBD based on budget, with potential for extension
2. About the job
- How would you contribute to the success of a 70 FTE team globally?
- How comfortable are you with budget management and travel coordination?
- Do you have experience in assisting with onboarding activities for new hires?
- Are you interested in working with digital startups and ISVs to get them into the Microsoft Cloud ecosystem?
- Are you excited about setting up and supporting a new team leader?
Do such questions intrigue you?
3. Summary of the opportunity
- Client Overview: Our client is a technology company focused on supporting digital startups and ISVs. They are looking for a Business Manager to provide operational support and contribute to the success of their SMB team.
- Role Summary: As a Business Manager, you will be responsible for supporting day-to-day operations and planning, assisting with budget management, travel coordination, hiring, and onboarding activities. You will play a crucial role in setting up a new team and helping them succeed.
4. What are the key responsibilities?
- Support day-to-day operations and planning.
- Assist with budget management and travel coordination.
- Contribute to team setup and hiring activities.
- Assist with onboarding and training new team members.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives.
- Partner with communications team to land internal content.
5. What experience are we looking for to drive success?
- MUST-Have Skills and Qualifications:
- 8-10 years of overall experience in the field.
- Strong written communication skills, with experience creating newsletters and professional emails.
- Experience supporting large teams, ideally in a global setting.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft suite, especially Excel and Power BI.
- Willingness to learn CoPilot if not already familiar.
- Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or a data certification (e.g., power BI or excel certification).
- Previous Microsoft experience.
- Business management or generalist background.
- Experience working in a high-speed environment.
6. So calling all top performers
- Exciting Opportunity: This role presents an exciting opportunity to work with digital startups and ISVs, helping them succeed in the Microsoft Cloud ecosystem. You will have the chance to contribute to impactful projects and initiatives while honing your skills in team management, budgeting, and communication within a dynamic corporate environment.
- Competitive Compensation: Competitive hourly rate offered.
- Application Process: To apply for this role, please apply online or email your resume, highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. Please ensure that your application provides accurate information.
- About this posting: This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment.
- Equal Employment Opportunity: We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We adhere to a non-discrimination policy and encourage the application of diverse candidates. Accessibility and accommodation will be provided upon request.
In conclusion: Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful impact! Apply today! Please feel free to drop in your resume at [email protected].
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