Business Development Manager

3 weeks ago


Northamptonshire, United Kingdom 4Leisure Recruitment Ltd Full time

Business and Partnerships Development Manager – UK


Market leader in the Automotive sector


My client, an international automotive brand and the leader in their field have recently created a new job opportunity for a Business Development Manager.


This is a fantastic Commercial and Partnerships Development role created to continue the commercial success of the company and expand partnerships across the UK. The company is led by an experienced team of operating and investment professionals committed to developing and growing the business through capital investment and expansion opportunities, continuous innovation and consumer engagement.


My client builds value by bringing in exceptional talent, business models and well-known brands. Their mission is to use hard work, courage, focus and determination to be the best automotive franchise in the world.


Key Purpose

To manage and develop existing B2B client relationships, and to identify new B2B client and business opportunities. To generate revenue, improve profitability and support business growth.


Candidate Profile and Attributes:

  • Proven success in achieving targets, and managing/maximising B2B client relationships
  • Experienced in multi-cultural/franchise/retail organisations
  • PC literate, including Microsoft Office
  • Commercially aware and a strategic thinker
  • Resilient, tenacious and driven to seek new business and exceed targets
  • Customer focused
  • Excellent communicator with an ability to influence, negotiate and persuade at all levels
  • Willingness and able to travel across the UK


Key Responsibilities include:

  • Researching, identifying and developing strategies for new business opportunities, including new markets/industries, growth areas, trends, customers, and partnerships
  • Owning Client Relationship Management by acting as the main point of contact for new and existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction and strong, long-lasting relationships with clients and partners are built and maintained
  • Developing and executing sales strategies to meet or exceed revenue targets
  • Supporting Regional Mangers in identifying and developing local business opportunities
  • Developing and rolling out Operator sales building process
  • Conducting market research to stay up-to-date with industry trends
  • Undertaking competitive analysis with Regional Mangers
  • Providing insights and recommendations to the executive team based on market research
  • Working closely with the marketing and product development teams to align business development strategies with company goals
  • Coordinating with Regional Managers to ensure successful delivery of products and services
  • Preparing regular reports and presentations on business development activities, progress, and results


If you are a self-starting, highly driven and ambitious sales professional with proven experience in winning new business, please apply now or contact James for further information in confidence. The role will mainly be remote however 1 / 2 visits to Head Office per month would be required.



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