Business Development Manager

4 days ago


Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Creative Personnel Full time
Job Description

Business Development Manager

Location: Hertfordshire

An exciting opportunity has opened for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join a thriving team as a Business Development Manager . This role focuses on identifying and securing new leads, clients, and opportunities while building long-term relationships within the live events and production industry.

Role Overview

The Business Development Manager will:

  • Proactively seek opportunities to present the company’s services to high-profile events, productions, and clients across the UK and Europe.
  • Facilitate the conversion of client inquiries into tangible projects by working closely with the project management team.
  • Champion customer relationship management, ensuring long-term engagement and sales growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Achieve revenue targets through new client acquisition and retention of existing customers.
  • Stay updated on trends within the live events and lighting/audio/video/scenic markets.
  • Research and identify potential clients and opportunities, establishing strong relationships with decision-makers.
  • Prepare and present professional pitch materials to prospective and current clients.
  • Collaborate with the Project Management team to track quotes, oversee tenders, and ensure smooth handovers.
  • Analyse sales and client data to identify opportunities for repeat business and customer retention.
  • Represent the company at industry events, networking opportunities, and trade shows.
  • Actively contribute to the company’s strategic planning, including process improvement and operational enhancements.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Proven experience in building and maintaining client relationships, ideally within the events or live production sector.
  • Confident and personable communicator, skilled in engaging with clients through presentations and written communication.
  • Commercially astute with strong numeracy and IT skills.
  • Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to travel and adjust to changing schedules, including occasional evening and weekend work.
  • Full UK driving license required.

Company Benefits

  • 30 days of paid holiday (including public holidays).
  • Comprehensive healthcare and dental plans.
  • Enhanced pension scheme.
  • Provision of a company laptop and mobile phone.
  • Recognition programs, including long-service rewards and an annual birthday gift.
  • Onsite amenities such as fresh ground coffee, a pool table, and “Fresh Fruit Fridays.”
  • Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.


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