Business Development Manager (part time)

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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