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Business Development Assistant

Acceleration Community of Companies
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2025

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Location : NYC / LA

Reports to : Head of Business Development

ABOUT ACC

Composed of acquired marketing, media, and communications agencies and complemented by an advisory service, Acceleration Community of Companies (ACC) was created to guide and advise clients to move quickly and more efficiently with their branding, marketing, and media decisions. With ACC Advisory, the in-house consultancy practice and inter-agency team leader, ACC offers a new and integrative service approach of best-in-class specialized resources, where strategy, technology, and creativity converge. With offices in Los Angeles and New York, ACC has rapidly built out much of its operating group and several Advisory clients, including Pepsi, T-Mobile, Fashion Nova, and Canopy Growth, among others.

Position Overview

The Business Development Assistant will provide vital support to ACC's New Business team by contributing to the development of RFP and RFI responses, conducting market research to benefit ACC and its entities, and assisting in cross-functional collaboration projects. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, highly organized individual with a passion for supporting impactful business initiatives, a keen creative sensibility, and a finger on the pulse of cultural and social trends.

Key Responsibilities

RFP and RFI Development Support

  • Assist in the preparation and submission of RFPs and RFIs, ensuring all components meet quality and compliance standards.
  • Gather, organize, and synthesize input from various stakeholders to create compelling, creative, and cohesive proposals.
  • Support the creation of templates, libraries, and standard responses to streamline the RFP / RFI process.

Market Research

  • Conduct research on industry trends, market opportunities, and competitive landscapes to inform business development strategies.
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on research findings to support ACC and its entities.
  • Track emerging cultural, social, and marketing trends to help ACC identify opportunities to innovate and stay ahead of the curve.
  • Maintain a centralized repository of market intelligence resources for easy access and sharing across teams.
  • Creative Ideation & Trend Spotting

  • Contribute creative ideas to new business pitches, campaigns, and cross-entity initiatives.
  • Monitor social media trends, viral campaigns, and pop culture movements to identify how they can influence business development strategies.
  • Support the creation of social content concepts that align with ACC's brand and resonate with current audiences.
  • Collaboration Project Support

  • Assist with the coordination and execution of cross-entity collaboration projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Track progress, maintain schedules, and facilitate communication among teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Prepare meeting materials, agendas, and follow-ups for collaboration initiatives.
  • Administrative and General Support

  • Maintain accurate records of business development activities, including project timelines, deliverables, and outcomes.
  • Provide administrative support to the Business Development Manager, such as scheduling meetings and organizing files.
  • Coordinate and manage travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation, ensuring schedules and budgets align with organizational needs and policies.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and tools used by the business development team.
  • Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, creative, communications, or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience in a business development, marketing, or administrative role, within a holding company or agency environment.
  • Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
  • A creative mindset, with the ability to ideate and contribute innovative concepts for campaigns and projects.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with CRM and project management tools.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms, emerging content trends, and the digital marketing landscape.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt.
  • A passion for culture, creativity, and staying informed on current social and industry trends.
  • Acceleration Community of Companies ("ACC") provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. ACC will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities to perform their essential functions unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to the Company. Please inform ACC's Human Resources Department if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination of employment, and access to benefits and training.

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