Business Development Manager

House Recruiting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Performance-related bonuses

Friendly workplace environment

Growth opportunities in sales

Job summary

A data-driven recruitment firm is seeking a motivated Data Business Development Manager to enhance membership and sponsorship revenues in the eCommerce sector. This role involves generating new business, nurturing client relationships, and collaborating with marketing teams. Ideal candidates will have solid sales skills, CRM experience, and a passion for eCommerce. This full-time position offers significant autonomy and a competitive remuneration package, including performance-related bonuses, within a friendly and dynamic workplace.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in eCommerce and data analysis.
• Desire to build a career in sales.
• Ability to generate new leads and cultivate relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive membership and sponsorship revenue.
• Lead outreach efforts using LinkedIn.
• Collaborate with marketing to compile lead lists.
• Maintain Salesforce CRM for sales tracking.
• Represent the company at industry events.

Skills

Sales proficiency

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

CRM system proficiency

Lead generation knowledge

Tools

Salesforce

LinkedIn

Apollo

Dripify

Job description

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A really exciting position for a friendly and energetic person to join an established, successful Data company. If you have prior experience in a similar Data Sales role - this could be perfect for you!

About the client

We're dedicated to forging connections within the eCommerce industry through vital market data and insights. Our mission is to arm our members with cutting‑edge industry knowledge, best practices, and exceptional opportunities for networking and building meaningful relationships.

The Role

We are looking for a talented and driven Data Business Development Manager to join our dynamic team and play a key role in growing membership and sponsorship revenues within the eCommerce sector. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, take on increasing responsibility, and develop your career in a fast‑growing industry.

As Business Development Manager you’ll generate new business, nurture client relationships, and help shape sales strategies in collaboration with marketing. If you are motivated, target‑driven, and excited to work at the heart of the eCommerce industry, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new membership and sponsorship revenue through phone, email, LinkedIn, and in‑person sales channels.
• Lead LinkedIn Navigator outreach efforts, crafting tailored messages and utilizing tools like Dripify.
• Collaborate with marketing to research and compile lead lists using tools like Cognism and Apollo.
• Convert inbound enquiries into sales and proactively pursue outbound opportunities.
• Maintain and update the Salesforce CRM with accurate sales pipelines and activity tracking.
• Build and develop contact databases through research, outreach, and networking.
• Represent the company at industry events, networking to build meaningful client connections.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of sales and marketing strategies.

About You

You are a persuasive and enthusiastic professional with a strong interest in the eCommerce sector. With a keen eye for commercial opportunities and a drive to exceed targets, you’ll thrive in this outreach‑driven role.

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine passion for sales and a desire to build a career in the dynamic eCommerce industry.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages and connect with clients.
• Experience using social media and lead generation tools (e.g., LinkedIn, Apollo, Dripify) to identify and engage prospects.
• Strong organisational skills, with proficiency in CRM systems (Salesforce experience is a plus).
• A commercial mindset and an entrepreneurial approach to finding new opportunities.
• Confidence in both phone and face‑to‑face interactions, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• A strong interest in eCommerce data, analysis, and insights.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to sharpen your sales and commercial skills.
• Autonomy and responsibility to make an immediate impact and grow your role.
• A supportive environment to build a lasting career in the fast‑paced eCommerce sector.
• A competitive remuneration package, including performance‑related bonuses.
• A friendly, flexible, and fun workplace.

Experience

We’re seeking a self‑starter eager to join a dynamic team. While sales experience (especially in a relevant sector) is desirable, your ability to demonstrate initiative, drive, and proven success in meeting targets is key. Experience with lead generation platforms and tools will be highly valued.

We read through each application thoroughly and reply quickly to those we feel could be a good fit for the role.

Good luck!!

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing, Sales, and Analyst

Industries

Book and Periodical Publishing, Climate Data and Analytics, and Data Infrastructure and Analytics

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