Business Development Manager Required

Location: Based in Wigan, however regular travel to Manchester, Wigan, Liverpool, and West Yorkshire clients will be required)
Job Type: Full time, permanent. (Mix of travel, remote and office-based working)
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 OTE

Are you ready to take on a rewarding role that focuses on relationship-building and long-term growth? We're seeking a full-time, permanent Business Development Manager to join our client's team in Wigan. This isn't your typical hard-hitting sales role - we're looking for someone who thrives on nurturing client relationships, developing trust, and strategically growing business partnerships over time. If you're passionate about working closely with clients and prefer cultivating meaningful connections, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role:
Guided by the Head of Business Development, you will play a key role in identifying, developing, and managing new business opportunities to drive revenue growth and expand our footprint across the UK and Europe. In this position, you will actively contribute to revenue generation, identify growth opportunities, and strengthen our industry reputation. You'll nurture existing client relationships, engage with potential partners, and effectively communicate the value of our solutions.

Key responsibilities:

• Drive new business opportunities by identifying and developing relationships with key decision-makers across the UK and Europe, focusing on long-term partnerships and upselling opportunities.
• Prepare tailored sales pitches and proposals, guiding clients through each stage of the sales process to ensure successful deal closures.
• Collaborate with senior team members to develop go-to-market strategies, supporting growth plans and contributing to commercial forecasting.
• Strengthen brand presence by representing the company at industry events and working with the marketing team to create impactful materials for target markets.
• Maintain detailed records of sales activities, analyse performance metrics, and track market trends to enhance business strategy.
• Partner with multiple departments to deliver seamless client experiences and share insights that refine service offerings.

Skills & Experience:
This role demands a strategic mindset, a history of successful business development, the ability to articulate creative solutions, and leadership skills. We are seeking an independent self-starter with strong communication and negotiation abilities. Other requirements include:

• 2-3 years in a business development or partnership role, ideally with B2B experience.
• Proven track record of building successful, long-term relationships.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively when addressing client needs.
• Comfortable with traveling frequently and meeting clients across the region.
• UK valid driving license

What Our Client Offers:

• A competitive salary up to £50,000 OTE
• Access to the company pension
• 23 days holiday plus public holidays
• Additional discretionary days off for your birthday, a wellbeing day, and a day to volunteer
• Private medical insurance and medical cashback plan
• Death in service
• Access to financial planning advice and retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training & Development Opportunities

If you're an independent, self-driven professional who loves building client relationships and contributing to strategic growth, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to join a team where your efforts will make a lasting impact.