Are you a proven Business Development professional looking for your next challenge? 
 
We are working on behalf of an exceptional Events Agency who are experts in providing a full service for live & virtual events. They are looking for a Business Development Manager who will be ultimately responsible for generating new leads. 
 
Our client prides themselves in having a working culture that positively encourages you to be your best! To experience, learn, develop, and excel. They want everyone to be able to grow and feel supported both personally and professionally. 
 
This role is integral as a key member of the senior team. The Business Development Manager will work closely with the Commercial Director and Business Development Director and others to secure and convert new business. 
 
The role can be based in London or East Sussex 
 
Key elements of the role: 
Proactively identifying new business opportunities
Identify new opportunities for growth within existing clients
Lead identification and generation, qualification, relationship development and conversion of enquiries to confirmed orders
Keep accurate records on the CRM system 
Provide regular activity reports 
Provide detailed and accurate briefs to relevant teams 
Working with new clients on initial workstreams
Attend relevant conferences, forums, exhibitions and trade events 
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of company products and services 
Skills & Experience Required:
Proven track record of sales responsibility
Pitch experience
Experience using a CRM
Ability to work and achieve revenue targets in a strategic manner
Ability to work in a customer focused manner
Demonstrate the ability to carry out tasks within set timeframes
Ability to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow up skills both internally and externally
Self-motivated with a strong desire to succeed
Hands on, can do approachSalary: Up to £65,000 per annum (experience dependent) 
Contract: Full-time, Permanent 
Location: London
Working arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home 
Benefits Summary:
Healthcare cash plan
Bonus scheme – Commission structure 
Annual pay review
Enhanced pension
Employee assistance program 
Life cover
Day off for your birthday 
Enhanced holiday entitlement 
Regular social events across the business For more information regarding this opportunity or simply for a confidential conversation around what you're looking for in your next role, please contact Emma Shields on (phone number removed) / (url removed) OR Kerri Tucker on (phone number removed) / (url removed)