Business Development Manager
About the Role
We are working with a highly creative and technically driven product design and engineering consultancy that specialises in transforming early-stage ideas into fully engineered, manufacturable products.
This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded Business Development Manager to take ownership of new business generation within a fast-paced, design-led environment where engineering, innovation, and commercial thinking intersect.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s growth by identifying new opportunities, building relationships with key decision-makers, and converting early-stage conversations into long-term client partnerships.
This role suits someone who enjoys combining commercial strategy with technical curiosity, and who thrives in an environment where every project is different and intellectually engaging.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Lead Generation
- Identify and target new business opportunities across relevant industries
- Generate leads via LinkedIn, networking, digital outreach, and direct engagement
- Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified prospects
- Engage and influence senior decision-makers within target organisations
Opportunity Development & Conversion
- Qualify inbound and outbound leads effectively
- Quickly understand client needs and translate them into commercial opportunities
- Support the creation of compelling, value-led proposals
- Work closely with senior leadership to shape early-stage commercial discussions
Client Engagement
- Build strong, trusted relationships with prospective and existing clients
- Act as the first point of contact for new commercial enquiries
- Confidently present technical and design capabilities to stakeholders
- Maintain consistent communication throughout the sales cycle
Commercial Strategy Support
- Collaborate with leadership to refine go-to-market strategy and messaging
- Provide market insight, competitor intelligence, and client feedback
- Contribute to improving conversion rates and commercial processes
Proposal Development (Progressive Responsibility)
- Initially support senior team members in proposal development and scoping
- Learn how technical and commercial proposals are structured and positioned
- Progress into ownership of proposals and client presentations
- Develop capability to lead opportunities from initial contact through to close
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
- Proven experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition roles
- Strong commercial awareness with ability to identify and convert opportunities
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Confidence engaging senior stakeholders and decision-makers
- Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven mindset
- Ability to quickly understand technical or service-led offerings
Desirable
- Experience within engineering, design consultancy, or technical services
- Familiarity with product development, manufacturing, or industrial sectors
- Experience with CRM systems, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, or digital outreach tools
- Understanding of consultative or solution-based selling approaches
Personal Attributes
- Highly driven and commercially focused
- Intelligent, fast learner with strong analytical thinking
- Confident, collaborative, and professional in approach
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Naturally inquisitive with ability to grasp technical concepts quickly
- Resilient, persistent, and motivated by results
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to join a growing, highly respected product design and engineering consultancy
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
- Clear progression into greater ownership of commercial and proposal activity
- Creative and collaborative working environment where ideas and initiative are valued
- Flexible working culture, including a short working week with early Friday finish
- Flexible start times to support work–life balance
- The chance to directly influence business growth and long-term success
If this role sounds of interest please click apply now or get in touch with ReeVR Talent for more information!