Business Development Manager

Company: Straight Forward Recruitment Limited
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Location: Norwich
Job Description:

Straight Forward Recruitment is a specialist, independent recruitment agency with a strong reputation for delivering results-driven recruitment solutions across East Anglia. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a high-performing sales professional to drive new business within our industrial division.

This is a pure new-business (“hunter”) role, suited to someone who excels at opening doors, winning new clients, and building a strong portfolio from the ground up. Recruitment experience is advantageous but not essential; we also welcome applications from B2B sales professionals within industrial, logistics, manufacturing, engineering, or similar sectors.

The Role

You will take ownership of new business generation and play a key role in expanding Straight Forward Recruitment’s industrial client base.

Key responsibilities

  • New business development through cold calling, email outreach, networking, and face-to-face meetings
  • Building, managing, and consistently converting a healthy new-business pipeline
  • Engaging decision-makers and positioning Straight Forward Recruitment as a trusted recruitment partner
  • Contributing to the continued growth of the industrial division

Performance and KPI Expectations

This role is driven by clear, achievable performance measures, including:

  • Consistent monthly acquisition of new client accounts
  • Maintaining strong outbound sales activity levels
  • Building and managing a measurable and sustainable pipeline
  • Meeting agreed monthly and quarterly revenue targets
  • Developing repeat business and long-term client relationships

Full KPI expectations will be clearly defined during onboarding and reviewed regularly.

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven success in a target-driven B2B sales role
  • Demonstrable ability to win new clients and close deals
  • Background in recruitment or related B2B sectors such as industrial, logistics, manufacturing, facilities, or engineering
  • Strong commercial awareness and motivation to perform
  • Confidence and resilience when working to targets
  • Professional communication and credibility with senior stakeholders
  • Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle

What We Offer

  • Competitive basic salary of £35,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
  • Uncapped commission with strong earning potential
  • Autonomy to develop and grow your own client base
  • Clear pathway into senior sales or divisional leadership roles
  • Full support from an experienced recruitment delivery team

If you are a senior new-business sales professional who thrives in a KPI-led environment and wants strong earning potential with long-term progression, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and take ownership of your performance and success.

Rate of Pay

£35,000.00 – £40,000.00 per Annum

Job ID – BDM-NOR

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Posted: March 20th, 2026