Business Development Manager

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

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.