Job description

Business Development Manager

Location: London, Hybrid
Salary: Up to £65,000 + Bonus

We are recruiting on behalf of a Global AV and Production solutions provider within the events sector for an experienced Business Development Manager.

This is a newly created role with one clear objective: driving new business growth. The successful candidate will focus exclusively on identifying, developing, and securing new client relationships across the UK and wider EMEA region.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who thrives on building pipelines, opening doors, and winning new business.

The Role

As Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of prospecting and securing new opportunities across corporate and agency markets. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to develop sales strategies, improve lead generation activity, and drive revenue growth.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced commercial environment and has a proven ability to convert prospects into long-term clients.

Key Responsibilities

Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across key markets
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients
Develop strategic sales plans to increase market presence and brand awareness
Lead outbound business development activity including networking, prospecting, and client outreach
Deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals to prospective clients
Collaborate with marketing and wider sales teams to improve lead generation and sales effectiveness
Maintain accurate CRM records and pipeline reporting
Support the development of sales best practices, processes, and customer engagement strategies
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and new commercial opportunities
Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple levels

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated and commercially focused business development professional with a strong track record of winning new business.

You will ideally have:

5+ years' experience in business development, sales, or account acquisition roles
Proven success in generating and converting new business opportunities
Experience working within events, hospitality, technology, or related sectors would be advantageous
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Experience using CRM systems and managing sales pipelines
The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with wider teams
A strategic and proactive approach to sales growth
Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills

What's on Offer

Salary up to £65,000
Bonus potential
Hybrid working
Opportunity to join a growing business in a newly created role
Autonomy to shape and drive the new business function
Career progression opportunities within a dynamic organisation

If you are an ambitious business development professional looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential conversation.