Business Development Director - Technology Recruitment

Job Sector: Recruitment (Technology)Job Title: Business Development Director Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire.Hours: Office based, Monday-FridaySalary: £50,000 + Commission (uncapped)

Are you a proactive, energetic, and passionate sales professional?

Do you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to be part of a high-growth, industry-leading company?

We are looking for a Business Development Director to join our clients rapidly growing Technology division to drive the sales division.

About the Role:

As a Business Development Director with our client, you will operatee in a 180-degree sales role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Generation & Prospecting: Identify and reach out to potential clients through outbound prospecting and SDR-generated leads.
• Sales Cycle Management: Conduct meetings with senior stakeholders, build rapport, understand client needs, present value-based solutions, and close deals.
• Account Management: Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, expanding their proposition and creating lasting revenue streams.
• Collaborative Team Work: Work alongside the delivery team and other areas of the business to support clients and win deals, ensuring seamless service delivery.
• Client Success: Support project delivery and work closely with Client Success Managers to ensure client satisfaction, addressing any risks or issues promptly.

Required Behaviours:

• Pro-activity: Thrive in a proactive sales environment, taking initiative in all aspects of the sales process.
• Energy & Enthusiasm: Maintain high energy levels and enthusiasm, focusing on creating sales with both new and existing clients.
• Adaptability: Be responsive and flexible to changing business needs in a fast-paced, high-growth company.
• Resilience: Manage competing priorities effectively and maintain personal resilience.
• Confidence: Confidently engage with senior client stakeholders and build strategic relationships.
• Integrity & Discipline: Act with integrity and discipline, aligning with our organisational values.
• Continuous Learning: Seek new ideas and feedback, pro-actively developing your skills and knowledge.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in Recruitment Sales, particularly in prospecting and cold calling.
• Ability to conduct consultative sales, uncovering client needs and presenting tailored solutions.
• Experience in running meetings with senior stakeholders, building rapport, setting agendas, and closing for commitments.
• Strong presentation skills, both online and face-to-face.
• Ability to build and nurture strategic client relationships.
• Team player who can work with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to win deals.
• Project management skills, with the ability to support delivery and manage client expectations.

P.S. We believe in the power of diversity, creativity, and forward-thinking. If you’re driven by making a real impact, you’re exactly who we’re looking for.

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