Business Development Manager

Octane Recruitment; Dartford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom seeks a Business Development Manager to develop sales solutions and ensure excellent customer service for local business clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in sales, strong organizational skills, and a valid UK driving licence. This role offers a competitive salary package and rewarding work environment.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Exclusive retail discounts

Company pension scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales or customer service role, demonstrating the ability to achieve targets and build relationships.
• Ability to deliver first-class customer service with energy and enthusiasm.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines, with excellent attention to detail.
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated sales and aftersales solutions for business clients.
• Maximize business potential and ensure excellent customer service.
• Prospect and develop business customers to achieve retention.
• Comply with FCA regulations and maintain regulated status.
• Ensure compliance with Data Protection and GDPR.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Strong organizational skills

Listening and communication skills

Job description

Role: Business Development Manager
Location: Dartford
Salary: £25,500 basic with OTE north of £50,000
Fun, exciting, rewarding work. Join us for the ride.

What we can offer you

• 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge
• Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts
• Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers
• Plan for the years ahead with our company pension scheme
• Balance home and work with our industry‑leading family‑friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter
• Commute for less with our cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Prioritise your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family
• 24/7 access to healthcare professionals, ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily
• Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community
• Invest in your future with our company share purchase plan
• Earn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the team
• Keep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities for everyone.
• Life assurance with the option to increase cover
• We're open to flexible working options — just ask

What you’ll do day to day

Develop integrated sales and aftersales solutions for the local business clients, maximising the business potential within the area of responsibility and ensuring each customer receives excellent customer service.
Prospect and develop business customers in order to achieve maximum business customer retention.
Represent the company in a professional manner and to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.
Comply with the FCA regulations and maintain regulated status in the advice, sale and administration of finance and general insurance products.
Ensure compliance with Data Protection and General Data Protection Regulations when handling and processing customer personal data.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales or customer service role, demonstrating the ability to achieve targets and build relationships.
• Ability to deliver first‑class customer service with energy and enthusiasm.
• A genuine interest in helping customers and contributing to the team’s success.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines, with excellent attention to detail.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills, focused on understanding customer needs.
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence.

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.