Hayward Hawk are delighted to be recruiting for a motivated and commercially minded Business Development Manager to join a growing professional services firm. Youll play a key role in identifying and securing new business opportunities, developing sales strategies, and managing the full sales process from prospecting to close. What You'll Do: Manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry to contract negotiation and handover. Stay informed on market trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activity to spot opportunities for growth. Build and maintain strong client relationships, gaining a deep understanding of their business and needs. Identify and develop new business opportunities through research, networking and outreach. Develop and deliver proposals, tenders, and presentations that clearly communicate the value of our services. Maintain accurate CRM records, manage your sales pipeline, and report on activity and performance. What You'll Need: A proven background (at least 3 years) in business development or sales Confident communicator, able to simplify technical concepts for non-technical audiences. Skilled in building rapport and negotiating effectively at all levels. Target-driven with a consistent record of achieving or exceeding sales goals. What You'll Get: Competitive salary with performance based bonuses Hybrid and flexible working options Company pension Ongoing professional development Private health