Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Location: Cardiff Salary:

£40,000 Job Type:

Permanent Sector:

Agency / Sales / Business Development Are you a commercially driven Business Development Manager with a passion for winning new business and building long term client relationships? Were working with a leading and growing marketing agency that is looking to appoint an ambitious Business Development Manager to drive new business and contribute to the next stage of the agencys growth. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on opening doors, building relationships and converting opportunities into long-term commercial partnerships. The Role

As Business Development Manager, youll take ownership of the agencys new business pipeline, identifying and engaging prospective clients and converting opportunities from initial conversation through to signed agreement. Working closely with the senior leadership and delivery teams, youll help position the agency in front of the right organisations and develop relationships that generate sustainable revenue. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and executing a proactive new business strategy

Identifying and targeting new clients across relevant sectors

Building relationships with senior decision-makers and key stakeholders

Generating new business through outbound prospecting, networking, referrals and existing relationships

Managing the full sales cycle from initial outreach through to negotiation and close

Qualifying opportunities and understanding prospective clients commercial challenges

Working with internal teams to develop tailored proposals and pitches

Leading or supporting client presentations and new business meetings

Maintaining an accurate and healthy sales pipeline

Using CRM systems to manage prospects, opportunities and activity

Tracking sales performance against revenue and business development targets

Developing long-term relationships with prospects and clients

Identifying opportunities to expand existing accounts and generate repeat business

Keeping informed on market trends, competitor activity and opportunities within the agencys target sectors

About You

Were looking for a confident, commercially focused business development professional who enjoys creating opportunities rather than waiting for them to come along. Youll ideally have: Previous experience in business development, sales or new business

Experience selling agency services, professional services or a consultative offering

A proven track record of generating and closing new business

Strong prospecting and relationship-building skills

Confidence engaging with senior-level decision-makers

Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills

A consultative approach to sales, with the ability to understand client needs and identify solutions

Strong commercial awareness and a results-driven mindset

Excellent organisation and pipeline management skills

Resilience, initiative and the ability to work independently

A genuine appetite to contribute to the growth of an ambitious agency

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join an ambitious agency at an exciting stage of its growth, with genuine scope to make your mark commercially and play a key role in driving the next phase of the business. Youll have the autonomy to develop your own pipeline, build senior-level relationships and work closely with leadership to shape the agencys new business strategy. If you're a driven sales professional who loves opening doors, winning new clients and seeing the direct impact of your work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential conversation about the opportunity. This vacancy is being managed by The Plug Global on behalf of our client.

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