1. Posted: 21 January
2. Reference: R13/
Business Development Manager
Type:PermanentLocation:NorwichSpecialism:MarketingSalary:£35, - £45,
A rare opportunity to join a growing, independent digital marketing agency as the lead on Business Development – joining in an important phase of commercial growth. This is a hands-on, outward-facing role, suited to someone who enjoys generating new partnerships, building relationships nationally, and playing a key role in shaping business strategy and pipeline.
This position would suit an experienced BD professional who is comfortable operating in a lean, fast-moving agency environment, where everyone plays significant contribution and commercial impact is highly visible.
Monday to Friday, full time based out of Norwich, with hybrid working and some National travel required. Salary: £35, – £45, DOE basic with a clear commission in place based on business brought on.
The company
This is a small but ambitious digital marketing agency working with a diverse and commercially mature client base in both B2C/D2C/B2B hybrid markets. Known for being agile, practical, and results-focused, the agency specialises in supporting businesses with clear sales funnels through multi-channel delivery.
As a compact team, the agency values people who are proactive, adaptable and comfortable being a key player in achieving ambitious company goals.
How to apply
To hear more details about this opportunity, please email your CV to Rebecca Headden – Business Partner at R13 Recruitment. If you do not hear from us within 5 working days of submitting your CV, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
The Day to Day:
3. Overseeing and driving new business activity on a national basis.
4. Proactively prospecting, alongside managing incoming lead enquiries and re-engaging lapsed opportunities.
5. Attending meetings, pitches and networking events across the UK.
6. Managing the full sales lifecycle from initial prospect through pitch, negotiation and contract initiation.
7. Building and maintaining a strong new business pipeline (average sales cycle approx. 3+ months).
8. Working closely with the agency lead to develop target client lists and pitch strategies.
9. Using tools to support outreach and prospecting.
10. Leveraging platfor and technology partnerships to generate new opportunities.
11. Creating and presenting proposals and high-level strategic approaches.
12. Supporting smooth handover of won business into delivery teams.
You Will Have/Be:
13. Proven experience in a Business Development or New Business role.
14. Comfortable operating in a small, agile environment where delivery is hands-on.
15. Confident prospecting, pitching and building relationships at a senior level.
16. Willing and able to travel nationally and be out meeting clients regularly
17. Commercially minded with a strong understanding of sales pipelines and deal value.
18. Resilient, self-motivate and results-driven
19. Comfortable working closely with agency leadership
20. Marketing / Digital agency experience is beneficial but not essential - full training on the agency offering will be provided
21. Experience selling into eCommerce, D2C or businesses with established sales and enquiry funnels would be highly advantageous.