Business Development Manager

Overview

Business Development Manager – Leicester, with hybrid working available after probation. 30,000-35,000p.a. depending on experience, plus 3K car allowance & uncapped bonus

Company

We are recruiting on behalf of a high-profile organisation who are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager within their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving new partnership revenue and shaping how brands engage within a premium sporting environment. Working closely with internal teams across marketing, communications, and partnerships delivery, you will help bring commercial rights to life while building long-term, meaningful relationships with partners.

Role & Responsibilities

• Drive new partnership revenue by identifying, developing, and securing commercial opportunities across key sectors
• Proactively generate leads and build a strong pipeline through targeted outreach, networking, and industry engagement
• Develop creative, insight-led partnership proposals aligned to brand objectives and commercial goals
• Deliver compelling presentations and confidently communicate complex partnership opportunities
• Build and nurture relationships with prospective and existing partners to maximise long-term value
• Collaborate with internal teams to support the successful delivery and activation of partnership rights
• Engage partners and prospects at matchdays, events, and networking opportunities
• Monitor market trends and the wider sponsorship landscape to identify new opportunities and maintain competitive advantage

About You

• Proven experience in business development, sponsorship sales, or consultative commercial roles
• Track record of securing high-value partnerships, including six-figure agreements
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Commercially astute with excellent analytical and strategic thinking ability
• Confident presenter with strong communication skills
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple opportunities and priorities simultaneously
• Experience using CRM systems to manage pipelines and partner relationships
• Understanding of partnership activation and sponsorship measurement is desirable
• Passion for sport with a proactive, energetic, and professional approach
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Additional Benefits

• Car allowance
• Hybrid working after probation
• Free on site car parking
• Fantastic, supportive team
• Excellent Networking opportunities
• Pension
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays

We look forward to hearing from you.

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