Business Development Manager
hace 3 días
Leeds
Role: Business Development Manager Location: Leeds Contract: Permanent Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 per annum + Commission About the Client Our client is a fast-paced, high-growth recruitment agency based in the heart of Leeds City Centre. Specialising in the blue-collar sector, they have built a reputation for reliability, speed, and deep industry knowledge across construction, manufacturing, and logistics. Unlike the corporate "suit and tie" environments, this firm prides itself on a grounded, high-energy culture where results are rewarded and autonomy is encouraged. The Role As a Business Development Manager, you will be the driving force behind the agency’s next phase of growth. This is a high-impact position designed for a hunter who thrives on winning new contracts while strategically nurturing existing partnerships. The role is structured with a clear focus on expansion: • 70% New Business Development: Identifying, prospecting, and closing new service agreements., • 30% Account Growth: Maximising potential within the current client base to ensure we are their sole or primary provider. Whether you are a seasoned Recruitment Consultant looking to move away from the "delivery" side to focus purely on sales, or a professional Business Developer from a service-led background, this role offers the platform to dominate the local market. Key Responsibilities • Proactively identify and engage with key decision-makers (Managing Directors, Operations Managers, and HR Leads) within the blue-collar space., • Conduct face-to-face meetings and site visits to understand client pain points and present tailored recruitment solutions., • Lead the process for RFI/RFP submissions for large-scale industrial or construction projects., • Stay ahead of local labour trends and competitor activity in the Leeds and wider West Yorkshire region., • Maintain an accurate CRM pipeline and provide regular updates on sales targets and conversion metrics. What we're looking for... • You must demonstrate a history of hitting and exceeding sales targets (either in 360 recruitment or B2B business development)., • Familiarity with the blue-collar market (Construction, Warehousing, or Manufacturing) is highly advantageous., • The "hunter" mentality is essential; you should be comfortable with cold outreach and navigating gatekeepers., • Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to build rapport with site managers and board-level executives alike.