Overview

Business Development Manager

Burton on Trent

£30k + commission + car

Ref: AH141

 

 

Green Shoots Recruitment are looking for a Business Developer for a thriving creative solutions company, working with some of the most exciting brands around.

 

The successful applicant will play a key role in the continued success of the company by focusing on researching new leads and setting up and attending meetings with potential clients. You will support the company researching new sectors, contacting and meeting with new potential customers to increase profitability.

 

Profile:

You’ll have around three years’ experience in a sales / marketing / business development environment within the creative industry. The individual will need to be articulate, confident, and resilient. Attention to detail is a must and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.

 

You will have a great work ethic, a positive attitude with a determined approach to researching leads and helping the team to win new business. Self-motivated but able to work as part of a team. An interest in design, digital and culture and interests outside of the office. Excellent communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentation. Good negotiation skills and persuasiveness, drive and motivation. A proven history of hitting and exceeding targets. Confident user of new technology

 

Job description:

Core:

Ability to identify new business opportunities using relevant research, sector specific targeting, emailing and cold calling. Using email to warm up prospects and to follow up calls.

Attending new business meetings and credentials presentations. Effective calling of prospects to convert into meeting/credential opportunities. Owning and managing the database of contacts, including regular updating.

 

Assisting with the development of marketing materials. Using new digital channels to communicate with potential clients (Twitter etc). Networking at suitable events