Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Great opportunity for a commercially savvy Business Development Manager to join an established, employee-owned market research agency at an exciting point in its growth. Working with a diverse mix of UK and international clients, the agency delivers high-quality, bespoke research across a range of sectors and methodologies.

This is a key strategic role on the leadership team of this boutique business taking ownership of the new business pipeline, identifying and developing prospects across the UK and Europe, building relationships and taking opportunities from initial conversation through to proposal, negotiation and close. Lead generation will be varied encompassing networking, referrals, industry events, targeted outreach and social media activity.

You'll need to be a confident, consultative salesperson who can quickly understand a client's business challenge and work with the research team to shape a bespoke solution. Strong communication and relationship-building skills will be key, as will the commercial confidence to discuss scope, pricing and negotiate successfully. You'll also have an important role in raising the agency's profile through LinkedIn, case studies and other marketing activity.

This role will suit someone with a strong track record of winning new business within a market research agency or consultancy. You'll be proactive, commercially sharp and self-motivated, equally comfortable working autonomously and as part of a close-knit team.

As an employee-owned business, everyone has a genuine voice in shaping its future and sharing in its success. It's a supportive, collaborative environment with ambitious growth plans and the opportunity to have a real influence on the commercial direction of the business.

If you're a market research sales professional who loves winning new business and wants a role where you can really make your mark, this could be a great next step.

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