Business Development Manager

About The Role:

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We are working with a highly influential mid-sized creative studio that specialises in the retail design space. They are seeking a Business Development Manager with previous experience in a similar role within the creative environment to join their team in London on a permanent basis.

Working closely with the Director who leads business development efforts, you will play a key role in helping drive proactive new business activity, strengthen client relationships, identify future opportunities and increase the studio’s visibility across relevant sectors and markets. The studio has historically built its reputation through strong relationships and exceptional creative output and is now looking to further develop a more strategic and forward-thinking business development function. They are looking for someone with confidence, curiosity and drive, who enjoys building connections, spotting opportunities and understanding where industries and client needs are evolving in an ever-changing market.

The studio has a strong focus on social responsibility, diversity and sustainability, alongside a collaborative and highly creative culture that values curiosity, initiative and personal development. They offer excellent benefits including hybrid working (2 days from home), generous annual leave, enhanced Christmas closure, monthly wellness perks, training and development opportunities and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive proactive business development activity across targeted sectors and markets
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Identify emerging opportunities, industry trends and future growth areas
• Attend networking events, industry talks and relevant cultural/commercial events
• Support strategic conversations and early-stage project opportunities alongside senior leadership
• Conduct market and competitor research to support business development initiatives
• Help shape outreach strategies, presentations and client communications
• Collaborate closely with creative and leadership teams across the studio
• Contribute to the studio’s wider visibility through marketing, partnerships and thought leadership activity
• Maintain and develop CRM/database systems and business development tracking

Key Skills / Experience:

• Previous experience within a Business Development, Partnerships or Client Development role within a creative environment
• Experience within design, branding, retail, experiential, architecture or creative sectors preferred
• Confident building relationships and representing a creative business externally
• Commercially aware with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Naturally proactive, curious and culturally engaged
• Strong research, writing and presentation abilities
• Ability to identify opportunities and think strategically about growth
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, Keynote, InDesign and presentation development
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Professional, adaptable and collaborative approach

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