Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager North Kent£60,000 to £80,000 basic DOE + Company Bonus Hybrid WorkingMonday to Friday – 8am to 5pm

Exciting opportunity! My client in North Kent is on the hunt for a driven Business Development professional to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is your chance to take the lead in securing new customers and winning key contracts, with the added perk of hybrid working. If you’re ready to make an impact, this is the role for you!

Ideal for a proactive go-getter, this role requires experience or knowledge within the M&E industry. If you're eager to make a real impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career!

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Main duties include:

• Proactively identify and win new customers and contracts, aligning with the company’s sales strategy.
• Cultivate, maintain, and enhance strong relationships with existing clients to drive ongoing business.
• Market and sell M&E maintenance services, including both mobile and static solutions.
• Leverage CRM tools like Salesforce to efficiently track sales activities and manage customer data.
• Attend networking events to expand business opportunities and build industry connections

The successful candidate will have/be:

• Proficient in IT, with strong skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook, and the ability to quickly adapt to new systems and databases.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated sales success within the M&E industry or a related sector.
• Hands-on experience with CRM systems (experience with Salesforce is a plus).
• Skilled in independently or collaboratively producing bids, tenders, PQQs, and SQs.
• Proven track record of securing new business opportunities.
• Experience in contract retention and fostering long-term client relationships.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid Working – 3 days in the office, 2 from home (business needs permitting).
• Financial Security – Pension & Death in Service Benefit.
• Private Medical Cover – Available after probation.
• Company Mobile Phone – Stay connected on the go
• Performance Bonus – Up to 2% of gross salary every 6 months if company targets are met!

The successful candidate truly has the opportunity to make this role their own, with the full support of a company that values innovation and fresh ideas. If you thrive in a hands-on environment and are ready to take your career to the next level, this is your chance to drive real impact. Don’t miss out, apply today!

If you feel you meet the above criteria, please apply online for immediate consideration.

This role is being handled by Holly Ensoll, Senior Consultant for Business Support at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.

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