Business Development Manager

TieTalent; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing insurance company based in Cheltenham is seeking a motivated Business Development Manager. This role involves building client relationships, conducting outreach, and representing the firm at industry events. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, excellent communication skills, and a commercial mindset. Benefits include a 20% bonus, extended holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

20% bonus paid quarterly

Staff share scheme

Wellness allowance

30+ days holiday

5% pension contribution

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales or business development within a B2B environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Confident in building relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Proactively prospect new clients through researched outreach.
• Schedule and attend meetings with prospective clients.
• Represent the business professionally at events.

Skills

Sales experience

Business Development

Communication

Analytical mindset

Organisational skills

Job description

About

Business Development Manager Location: Cheltenham (2 days WFH) Hours: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Up to £45k + 20% bonus + exceptional benefits package Job Description We’re excited to be recruiting for a fast-growing, forward-thinking B Corp-certified organisation that’s making waves in the commercial insurance space. If you're motivated, results-driven and excited by the prospect of building meaningful client relationships in a dynamic environment, this could be the perfect role for you. Our client is looking for a confident and energetic Business Development Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving business where you’ll play a key role in driving continued growth and success. Key Responsibilities of a Business Development Manager * Proactively prospect new clients through well-researched, personalised outreach across phone, email, LinkedIn and events * Schedule and attend meetings with prospective clients, clearly communicating how the company’s services deliver real commercial value * Represent the business with energy and professionalism at industry events, conferences and networking opportunities * Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless experience for prospects and new clients * Provide timely, consistent follow-up to ensure exceptional service and long-term relationship building * Contribute to continuous improvement of sales processes and client experience Key Skills of a Business Development Manager * Proven experience in sales or business development, ideally within a B2B or service-led environment * An analytical, inquisitive and technical mindset * Strong communication and organisational skills, with a positive, reliable and detail-focused approach * Confident building relationships with stakeholders at all levels * Commercially minded, target-driven and self-motivated * Willingness to learn, develop and take ownership of success Benefits * 20% bonus, paid quarterly * Staff share scheme * Wellness allowance * Laptop, iPhone and any other equipment provided * 30+ days holiday including your birthday off and Christmas shutdown (without using your allowance) * 5% company pension contribution (minimum 3% from you) * Access to top-quality training and support for CII qualifications * Up to 10 volunteering days per year To be considered for this role please contact Katie Tyrrell at First Base Employment

Nice-to-have skills

• Business Development
• Communication
• Sales
• Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom
  
  

Work experience

• Business Developer / Sales Development Representative
  
  

Languages

• English