Development Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Job Description

Relocruitment is delighted to be working closely with a well-established and highly respected company that specialises in corporate moving and relocation services across London, the UK, and internationally. With a strong reputation for excellence, they provide tailored solutions for businesses and their employees, ensuring seamless and efficient relocations.

They are now seeking a Business Development Manager to join their London team in a hybrid role. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and results-oriented professional with experience in the relocation or removals industry to play a key role in driving business growth.

The role involves identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with clients, and implementing strategic sales initiatives to increase revenue and bid conversion rates.

With a competitive salary of £45K - £50K plus commission (to be discussed during the interview process), this is an exciting opportunity to join a respected company and make a real impact.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement strategies to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
2. Manage the sales process, developing strategic plans to meet personal and company targets.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with prospects, clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
4. Lead targeted email campaigns, direct outreach, and personalised cold calling.
5. Present compelling proposals and deliver engaging presentations to secure new clients.
6. Expand professional networks by attending industry events and meetings to uncover opportunities.
7. Collaborate with internal teams, ensuring seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
8. Support account implementation, assisting with client onboarding.
9. Monitor and report on sales performance, providing regular updates to senior management.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience (Essential):

1. Proven experience in sales and business development, ideally in the relocation or removals industry.
2. Strong understanding of sales and marketing principles.
3. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
4. Attention to detail, with a meticulous approach to following up on enquiries and writing proposals.
5. Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.
6. Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
7. Strong organisational and time management skills.
8. Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and adaptable to market changes.
9. Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
10. Experience in developing proposals, quotes, and managing the RFP process.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience (Desirable):

1. Full understanding of the sales process.
2. Proactive, assertive, and able to take ownership of targets and strategy.
3. Commercially aware, with a proven track record of negotiating and closing sales.
4. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
5. Strong industry knowledge and market insight.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading company in the corporate relocation industry, offering excellent career growth and financial rewards. If you’re a motivated sales professional looking for your next challenge, apply today!