The Role – Business Development Manager
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to be a part of a growing Data Management and Analytics Consultancy within the sales team. As a Business Development Manager, you will primarily be focused on driving new business sales throughout the UK.
To be successful in this role, you will have at least 5 years’ experience with a proven track record in securing new business and developing long lasting business relationships. The ideal candidate would have experience selling consultancy professional services. A mix of industry experience would be great – FS, Retail, Pharma, Energy Telco etc
The role will be based at our office in either Edinburgh, Leeds or London although travel to other office locations will be expected at times.
Requirements
- Ability to cold call, make new connections and secure new business meetings
- A natural networker and influencer who enjoys meeting new potential clients and promoting our business and brand
- Client focused, keen to take the time to understand the client and their needs and matching with our skilled consultant base to ensure best outcomes for all
- Commercially aware with a strong focus on maximising revenue generating opportunities
- Effective negotiating and influencing skills with strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated and able to work both autonomously and within the wider BDP team
- Exceptional verbal, written communication and presentation skills
- Experience in managing the sales pipeline and recording on Salesforce
- Excited by technology and data, with a desire to push beyond your role and work collaboratively across the Sales & Marketing and People teams, as well as the broader business.
- Able to be flexible and adaptable to changing business needs, working with multiple stakeholders.
You must be
- Willing to work on client sites, potentially for extended periods.
- Willing to travel for work purposes and be happy to stay away from home for extended periods.
- Eligible to work in the UK without restrictions.
What we offer
- BDP Plus – A reward programme whereby you accrue points to trade against a 3-month paid sabbatical or cash equivalent.
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
- 5 days holiday buy/sell option.
- Private medical insurance.
- Life cover.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Eligibility for company pension scheme (5% employer contribution, salary sacrifice option).
- Employee assistance programme.
- Bespoke online learning plans via Udemy for Business.
