Business Development Manager – Part time (15–20 hours per week)
£50,000+ (pro rata)
Leicester / Hybrid
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a thriving design agency based in Leicester.
This is a newly created position within an agency that has achieved solid year-on-year growth and is now looking to accelerate this with the key appointment of a Business Development Manager. The agency works with a plethora of high-profile brands, mainly within the retail space — from global multinationals to up-and-coming start-ups.
In this role, you will be responsible for the full sales cycle: from handling new incoming leads and developing a target strategy, to pitching and presenting to new clients, nurturing relationships, and building strong long-term partnerships.
What would you be working on?
Working with the MD to create a new business strategy and identify target clients
Sourcing new leads through networking, social media and events, alongside support from a new business agency
Managing and developing relationships with your lead generation agency
Building excellent relationships with potential clients and nurturing them throughout the sales cycle
Managing the pitch process and attending meetings with prospective clients, providing insight and advice in relation to their strategic objectives
They are looking for a candidate who:
Has solid business development / sales experience within an agency environment (design, marketing, branding, etc.) and is used to engaging senior stakeholders
Could come from an agency BDM background, or be a Senior Account Manager or Account Director with new business experience looking to specialise in this area
Has a tenacious attitude and the ability to get stuck in — generating leads, developing relationships, arranging meetings, and pitching and presenting
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving design agency at a point where they are investing heavily in their sales function. The role offers a competitive basic salary and a flexible working arrangement to suit the part-time hours specified.
This really is an exciting opportunity — if you think this could be the role for you and would like to know more or have a confidential chat, please send through your CV today.
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