BD Lead – Eco Consultancy (Hybrid, Brighton)

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Training and development

Social events

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a commercially minded Business Development Manager in the Brighton area. The role focuses on developing client relationships across ecology, arboriculture and environmental planning, with support and guidance to grow within the industry.

Offering a flexible, hybrid working pattern, a salary of £40,000+ dependent on experience, and a strong benefits package including pension, private medical insurance and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree-level education.
• At least five years' experience in B2B development, account management or client relationships.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to prioritise opportunities.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Must live in or near Brighton.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming enquiries and prepare fee proposals.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing clients.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Follow up on quotations to win projects.
• Attend networking events and industry functions.
• Support marketing activities and website updates.

Skills

B2B sales

Account management

Client relationships

Negotiation

Communication

Commercial awareness

Organisation

Driving licence

Right to work in the UK

Education

Degree-level education

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a commercially minded Business Development Manager in the Brighton area. The role focuses on developing client relationships across ecology, arboriculture and environmental planning, with support and guidance to grow within the industry.

Offering a flexible, hybrid working pattern, a salary of £40,000+ dependent on experience, and a strong benefits package including pension, private medical insurance and career progression opportunities.