Business Development Manager

BEVEC Group; Hove; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events agency is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth by securing new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a proven sales background, strong communication skills, and a passion for the events industry. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation and clear career progression within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Ongoing training and development programmes

Supportive team environment

Exposure to high-profile clients

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a sales or business development role, preferably within the events or marketing industry.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy targeting core sectors.
• Identify, approach, and secure new clients through proactive outreach.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline using a CRM system.

Skills

Sales

Client Acquisition

Communication

Presentation

Negotiation

Tools

CRM Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Business Development Manager (BDM) – Bevec Events Agency

Location: Hybrid (Remote + Office/Client Meetings)

Business Development Manager (BDM) – Bevec Events Agency

Location: Hybrid (Remote + Office/Client Meetings)
Reports to: Managing Director
Salary: Base Salary + Commission (OTE: Competitive)

Company Overview

Bevec is an award-winning events agency specialising in delivering high-impact corporate events, including large-scale conferences, experiential marketing activations, and seminars. We work with clients across diverse sectors, including pharmaceuticals, insurance, technology, and FMCG, providing a one-stop solution for their event needs.

Our Vision:

To become the leading agency for large-scale corporate events, known for delivering innovative, memorable experiences and measurable brand growth.

Our Mission:

To build businesses and help them grow through exceptional event solutions, combining impactful conferences, experiential activations, and seminars.

Where We Are Now:

Bevec has a proven track record of delivering successful events for major brands, offering a unique retainer model, and supporting clients with a client portal for transparency. We are now poised for significant growth, targeting new sectors and expanding our client base.

Where We Are Going:

We aim to become the go-to agency for large-scale corporate events, expanding our portfolio of clients in pharmaceuticals, insurance, technology, and FMCG. We plan to strengthen our team, enhance service offerings, and achieve a 50% growth in revenue over the next 12 months.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Business Development Manager (BDM) to accelerate our growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities. This role is ideal for a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven track record in sales and client acquisition.

What We Offer You:

Clear career progression with the opportunity to advance to senior sales or leadership roles.

Competitive base salary with uncapped commission potential.

Ongoing training and development programmes.

A supportive, award-winning team environment.

Exposure to high-profile clients and large-scale events.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy targeting Bevec’s core sectors (pharmaceuticals, insurance, technology, and FMCG).

Identify, approach, and secure new clients through proactive outreach (cold calling, email campaigns, LinkedIn networking, and in-person meetings).

Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline using a CRM system, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.

Present Bevec’s event services to potential clients, creating customised proposals and pitching solutions that align with client needs.

Negotiate and close sales contracts, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.

Regularly report on sales performance, client feedback, and market insights to the leadership team.

Objectives and KPIs:

Achieve a monthly revenue target of £X in new client contracts.

Maintain a conversion rate of at least 20% on qualified leads.

Build and manage a sales pipeline of £X at any given time.

Conduct a minimum of 30 client outreach activities per week (calls, emails, meetings).

Requirements:

3+ years of experience in a sales or business development role, preferably within the events or marketing industry.

Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.

Proficiency in using CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot, Zoho) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.

Familiarity with Bevec’s core industries (pharmaceuticals, insurance, technology, and FMCG) is a strong advantage.

How to Apply:

Submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Events Services

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