Business Development Manager - Red Cross Training
Location: UK flexible (Hybrid, home & office)
Salary: £28,934 to £30,690 per annum, pro rata, plus commission
Hours: 35 per week
Contract: Permanent
Could you increase the revenue generated from existing and new accounts, via regular client contact and understanding of the client needs for Red Cross Training (RCT)'s products and services?
Could you as the Business Development Manager (BDM) manage the process from prospect to service delivery ensuring the account is effectively supported?
Could you identify both short and longer-term business opportunities and work in conjunction with colleagues and other Red Cross Training departments?
Based anywhere in the UK with monthly meetings in Salford Greater Manchester.
What will a day in the life of a Business Development Manager involve?
Manage and develop existing partnerships and relationships with our customers to achieve revenue growth targets.
To work with the Client Relationship Manager to develop a tailored service package where appropriate.
To increase the services that the customers use RCT to provide.
Make a set number of face-to-face client presentations and proposals.
Use contact reports, spreadsheets, Power BI, and other tools to analyse performance, spot opportunities and inform sales strategy.
Use HubSpot CRM to manage communications, track activity and maintain an accurate pipeline.
To be a successful Business Development Manager, what will you need?
Thorough knowledge of the sales process from initial proposals through to final negotiations.
Organised & Efficient: Proven organisational skills, time-management, and account management.
Effective at managing time, setting priorities, and staying on top of a busy, dynamic workload.
Presenting and negotiation skills, with a keen understanding of balancing profitability and customer satisfaction.
Business development experience gained from face-to-face customer contact.
Proven track record of generating income from sales in a competitive price driven environment.
Proposal writing, contract/SLA writing.
Working knowledge of basic contracts and tenders and experience of selling training or service solutions.
Interested?
The closing date for applications is 23.59hrs on Sunday the 1st of March 2026 with interviews to follow.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you'll get:
Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
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