Business Development Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Business Data Partners, a Talan company, is an award-winning Data Management and Analytics consultancy, working closely with leading software vendors and top industry experts across a range of sectors, unlocking value and insight from their data. Our consultants are at the heart of everything we do. We invest heavily in the training and development of our team, hold monthly socials in each region, and regular lunches to catch-up with teams on site.

Job Description

The Role – Business Development Manager

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to be a part of a growing Data Management and Analytics Consultancy within the sales team. As a Business Development Manager, you will primarily be focused on driving new business sales throughout the UK.

To be successful in this role, you will have at least 5 years’ experience with a proven track record in securing new business and developing long-lasting business relationships. The ideal candidate would have experience selling consultancy professional services. A mix of industry experience would be great – FS, Retail, Pharma, Energy, Telco, etc.

The role will be based at our office in either Edinburgh, Leeds, or London, although travel to other office locations will be expected at times.

Qualifications

Requirements

1. Ability to cold call, make new connections and secure new business meetings
2. A natural networker and influencer who enjoys meeting new potential clients and promoting our business and brand
3. Client-focused, keen to take the time to understand the client and their needs and matching with our skilled consultant base to ensure best outcomes for all
4. Commercially aware with a strong focus on maximizing revenue-generating opportunities
5. Effective negotiating and influencing skills with strong attention to detail
6. Self-motivated and able to work both autonomously and within the wider BDP team
7. Exceptional verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
8. Experience in managing the sales pipeline and recording on Salesforce
9. Excited by technology and data, with a desire to push beyond your role and work collaboratively across the Sales & Marketing and People teams, as well as the broader business
10. Able to be flexible and adaptable to changing business needs, working with multiple stakeholders

Additional Information

You must be

1. Willing to work on client sites, potentially for extended periods
2. Willing to travel for work purposes and be happy to stay away from home for extended periods
3. Eligible to work in the UK without restrictions

What we offer

1. BDP Plus – A reward programme whereby you accrue points to trade against a 3-month paid sabbatical or cash equivalent
2. 25 days holiday + bank holidays
3. 5 days holiday buy/sell option
4. Private medical insurance
5. Life cover
6. Cycle to work scheme
7. Eligibility for company pension scheme (5% employer contribution, salary sacrifice option)
8. Employee assistance programme
9. Bespoke online learning plans via Udemy for Business