Business Development Administrator

Wight & Company • Darien, IL

1d • $80,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to do challenging, creative work that makes a real impact? Would you like to be part of a company that respects individual contributions and thrives on collaboration? Do you love to win? Then consider joining Wight & Company. We’re a nationally recognized, award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm known for a dynamic company culture that fosters innovation and challenges the status quo, and we’re looking for a talented professional to join our team.
The Business Development Administrator supports private market strategy, business development activities, executive administration, and project coordination. Working directly with the Chief Strategy Officer / Managing Director, Private Markets, this role ensures smooth execution of strategic priorities, client engagement, and cross-functional initiatives. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and effective in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field (or equivalent).
• 2–5 years in business development, project coordination, or executive support.
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365; CRM experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in architecture, real estate, consulting, private markets, or professional services.
• Experience supporting senior executives or strategy teams.
• Skill in creating polished presentations (PowerPoint, Canva, Adobe).

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the CSO/Managing Director.
• Track strategic initiatives, prepare updates, and coordinate follow-ups.
• Conduct research and create briefing materials, presentations, and summaries.
• Manage schedules, travel, meetings, and executive communications.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment and maintain confidentiality.
• Support business development strategies and private market initiatives.
• Conduct market and competitive research; compile insights for decision-making.
• Maintain CRM data, track pipeline activity, and prepare reports.
• Assist with client outreach, meeting prep, and follow-up.
• Prepare marketing materials, pitch decks, and presentations.
• Coordinate conference and event logistics.
• Assist with RFQ/RFP/LOI preparation and submission.
• Manage proposal schedules, inputs, formatting, and compliance.
• Support project setup, deliverable tracking, and internal coordination.
• Communicate with internal teams, clients, and partners.
• Assist with administrative and vendor documentation.
• Maintain organized digital files and systems.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• life insurance
• flexible spending
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• a 401(k)
• flexible work schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level