Enquiries and Proposal Development Manager

Enquiries and Proposal Development Manager

Final date to receive applications: 18 January 2026

Department: Trade and Investment

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Sheffield Head Office

Reporting To: Rachel Clark

Compensation: £42,840 - £46,142 / year

• Hours: 37 hours (Full Time)
• Contract: Fixed Term (24 Months)
• Salary: Grade 9 £ 42,840 - £46,142
• Location: Sheffield (This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office)

We’re looking for an Enquiries and Proposal Development Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in attracting and retaining inward investment in South Yorkshire. You’ll manage the full investment lifecycle—from handling enquiries and developing proposals to supporting investor relationships and reporting on successes. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the region’s economic growth by showcasing South Yorkshire as a prime destination for business investment.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter to detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role (please see role profile attached). Please note, all applications should be made directly via our careers portal.

Please note South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority does not hold a sponsorship licence and cannot provide Skilled Worker sponsorship for any roles advertised.

In this role, you’ll be the first point of contact for businesses looking to establish or expand in South Yorkshire. You’ll lead on managing enquiries, developing tailored proposals, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure a seamless and professional service. Your work will directly influence investment decisions and contribute to the region’s long‑term prosperity.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver a professional inward investment service by responding to opportunities from businesses seeking to establish or expand operations in South Yorkshire.
• Proactively engage with active projects to progress opportunities and develop creative solutions to meet business requirements.
• Build a deep understanding of the region’s economy, property market, and development opportunities, establishing strong relationships with developers and agents.
• Provide management information for internal and external reports, including updates on pipeline enquiries and investment activity.
• Coordinate inward investment content to support marketing and business development activities, and communicate sector propositions to national and international stakeholders.
• Conduct research to support proposition development and maintain an accurate inward investment knowledge bank.
• Monitor foreign direct investment (FDI) tools to identify potential leads and share them appropriately.

We’re seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment. You’ll need strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and a creative approach to developing business solutions. If you enjoy building relationships, influencing decisions, and working collaboratively to deliver results, this role is for you.

Essential:

• Experience in customer‑focused roles with strong organisational skills.
• Advanced knowledge of CRM systems and experience managing multichannel enquiry services.
• Proven ability to work with a range of stakeholders and partners.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Creative, business‑oriented, and solutions‑focused approach.
• Experience developing proposals for national and international clients.
• Knowledge of major sectors in South Yorkshire and inward investment drivers.
• Awareness of local and national grant programmes and business support schemes.

For further information on the criteria for this role, please see the attached role profile.

All colleagues have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well‑placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family/friendly…