Business Development Manager

NJR Recruitment Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Training & development

Career progression

Supportive environment

Job summary

NJR Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Business Development Manager to help expand an insurance brokerage’s profile and network. The role focuses on strategic relationship building, attending events, and forging long‑term partnerships to drive growth and market presence.

Ideal candidates bring experience in business development, sales, or professional services, with a proactive, outgoing attitude and ability to engage senior decision-makers.

Qualifications

• Strong networking and communication skills.
• Experience in business development, sales or professional services.
• Ability to engage senior decision-makers and build partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a strong network of contacts and prospective clients.
• Attend events, seminars and forums to promote the business.
• Organise and host events to strengthen market presence.
• Develop relationships with introducers and partners.
• Identify opportunities for new business growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues to convert opportunities into long-term relationships.
• Represent the business professionally within the local community.
• Maintain an active pipeline of prospects and activities.

Skills

Networking

Communication

Relationship management

Sales

Proactive

Job description

Are you a natural relationship builder who enjoys getting out into the market, building connections, and creating new business opportunities?

We're working with a leading insurance brokerage that is looking to appoint a Business Development Manager to support its continued growth. This is a highly visible role focused on raising the profile of the business, developing professional networks, and creating opportunities through strategic relationship building.

This position would suit someone with a background in business development, professional services, sales, or insurance who thrives on meeting people, attending events, and building long-term partnerships. Insurance experience would be advantageous but is by no means essential; attitude, drive, and a genuine passion for networking are equally important.

Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager:

• o Build and maintain a strong network of professional contacts and prospective clients.
• o Attend industry events, networking functions, seminars, and business forums.
• o Organise and host events to promote the business and strengthen market presence.
• o Develop relationships with introducers and other professional partners.
• o Identify and create opportunities for new business growth.
• o Work closely with colleagues to convert opportunities into long‑term client relationships.
• o Represent the business professionally and positively within the local business community.
• o Maintain an active pipeline of prospects and relationship‑building activities.

What we are looking for:

• o Previous experience within business development, sales, relationship management, or a professional services environment.
• o Insurance experience is desirable but not essential.
• o Strong networking and communication skills.
• o Confidence engaging with senior decision‑makers and professional contacts.
• o A proactive and self‑motivated approach to generating opportunities.
• o Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple relationships effectively.
• o The drive, resilience, and work ethic required to succeed in a business development role.

Benefits of the Business Development Manager:

• o Competitive salary, flexible depending on experience.
• o Comprehensive benefits package.
• o Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• o The opportunity to join a highly respected and growing organisation.
• o Clear career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being out in the market, building meaningful business relationships, and playing a key role in driving growth. You'll be given the freedom to develop your network, raise the profile of the business, and make a genuine impact on future success.

If you're a motivated business development professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you!