New Business Development Manager
Onsite (5 days per week) Full-Time Permanent
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 New Business Development Manager to take ownership of new business generation within a fast-paced, design-led environment where engineering, innovation, and commercial thinking intersect.
As a New Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping business 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 wants to directly influence business growth in a highly innovative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Lead Generation
* Identify and target new business opportunities across relevant industries
* Generate new business leads via LinkedIn (including Sales Navigator), Google Ads, email outreach, cold calling, and networking
* Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified prospects
* Engage and influence senior decision-makers within target organisations
* Use a solution-selling approach to understand client challenges and position tailored offerings effectively
Opportunity Development & Conversion
* Qualify inbound and outbound leads effectively
* Demonstrate strong commercial acumen when assessing opportunity value and potential
* Translate client needs into structured commercial opportunities
* Support the creation of compelling, value-led proposals
* Collaborate with senior leadership on early-stage commercial discussions
Client Engagement
* Act as the first commercial point of contact for new enquiries
* Build strong, trusted relationships with prospective and existing clients
* Present technical and design capabilities in a consultative, solution-led manner
* Maintain consistent communication throughout the sales cycle
Commercial Strategy Support
* Contribute to go-to-market strategy and messaging development
* Provide market insight, competitor intelligence, and client feedback
* Support continuous improvement of conversion rates and commercial processes
Proposal Development (Progression Opportunity)
* Support early-stage proposal development and scoping
* Learn how technical and commercial proposals are structured
* Progress into full ownership of proposals and presentations
* Develop capability to lead opportunities end-to-end
We are looking for a highly driven, commercially focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment.
Essential
* Experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition
* Strong commercial awareness and ability to 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-based offerings
Desirable
* Experience within engineering, design consultancy, or technical services
* Familiarity with product development or manufacturing environments
* Experience using CRM systems and LinkedIn Sales Navigator
* Understanding of consultative or solution-based selling
What’s on Offer
* Opportunity to join a growing, highly respected design and engineering consultancy
* Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
* Clear progression into greater commercial ownership
* Creative, collaborative working environment
* 5 days onsite role within a highly engaged team
* Flexible start times supporting work–life balance
* The chance to directly influence business growth and success
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