BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Manchester (On-site, 5 days per week)
Creative, Digital & Marketing Sectors
️ Initial 3-Month Contract (with potential to extend)
Monthly Project Rate: Negotiable
⏰ Start: ASAP
My client is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a fast-paced business within the Creative, Digital and Marketing sectors. This role is focused on identifying and securing new business opportunities with leading B2C brands, building a strong pipeline of prospective clients, and driving revenue growth.
The successful candidate will be responsible for proactively generating and qualifying leads, carrying out targeted outreach, developing relationships with key decision-makers, and managing opportunities through the early stages of the sales cycle. Working closely with internal teams, you’ll help convert prospects into long-term clients while representing the business in a professional and consultative manner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, target and win new business opportunities within the Creative, Digital and Marketing sectors.
- Build and manage a pipeline of qualified prospects through proactive outbound business development.
- Generate leads through networking, research, cold outreach, referrals and other business development activities.
- Develop strong relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers across B2C brands.
- Qualify opportunities and support the sales process through to handover or close.
- Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and CRM records.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure proposals and solutions align with client requirements.
Requirements:
- Proven track record of winning new business within the Creative, Digital or Marketing sectors.
- Experience selling to large B2C brands.
- Strong outbound business development and lead generation experience.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated, target-driven and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to work on-site in Manchester five days per week.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Business Development professional looking for an immediate contract with the potential to develop into a longer-term engagement.
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