Business Development Lead

A1people; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A1people is seeking a Sales Operations and Team Lead near Eastbourne, UK. You will lead the UK outbound outreach team while staying hands-on as a strong business developer. Drive day-to-day operations, raise performance, and coach teammates to maintain high quality.

Ideal candidates excel at outbound prospecting, building high-performing teams, and leading from the front with practical leadership and delivery. On-site role with parking available in the Eastbourne area.

Qualifications

• Experience leading UK outbound outreach teams and driving performance.
• Proven ability to coach individuals and raise team performance.
• Hands-on business development experience with strong prospecting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead UK outbound outreach team to consistently high standards while remaining hands-on as a business developer.
• Own day-to-day operations of the team, driving performance and quality.
• Coach individuals, develop talent and model best practices.

Skills

Outbound prospecting

Leadership

Coaching

Team management

Job description

Our client based near Eastbourne in East Sussex is currently on the lookout for a business developer who can run a desk but also team lead as well.

The company are a specialist in lead generation and business development for a variety of organisations in and around London along with other parts of the UK

They are looking for a Sales Operations and Team Lead to lead the UK based out reach team to a consistently high standard, while remaining hands‑on as a strong business developer in your own right.

This is a genuine leadership role, not a senior business developer with a title. You will take charge of the day-to-day running of the team, raising performance, coaching individuals and protecting the quality of everything they do, while leading from the front by example.

It is a rare blend of leadership and delivery. If you are excellent at outbound prospecting and love developing people and building a high-performing team, this role is built for you.

You need to drive for the option if you are outside of Eastbourne as this company are not near to any train stops, plenty of parking available

Full job spec prior to interview