Business Development Manager

CMR Jobs Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent accountancy practice in Manchester is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new client growth. You will be responsible for building relationships with SME clients and managing a pipeline of new business. The ideal candidate is energetic, enjoys networking, and has proven experience in business development within financial services. This role offers a basic salary of £30,000 - £40,000 plus commission.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or client acquisition ideally in accountancy or professional services.
• Confidence in holding commercial conversations with business owners.
• Energetic, outgoing, and commercially minded.

Responsibilities

• Building and managing a pipeline of new SME and mid-market clients.
• Attending networking events and client meetings.
• Discussing accountancy services at a technical level.
• Developing relationships to raise brand awareness.
• Working closely with founders to onboard new clients.

Skills

Business development

Sales experience

Proactive networking

Strong communication skills

Job description

Location: Manchester (office-based, flexible for networking/events)

Salary: £30,000 £40,000 basic + Commission (20% in Year 1, 15% in Year 2, 10% in Year 3)

A fast-growing, independent accountancy practice in Manchester is looking for a confident and ambitious Business Development Manager to help drive new client growth.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a young, close-knit team where you ll have genuine autonomy, a relaxed working culture and the chance to make a visible impact on the firm s success.

The Role

You ll be the driving force behind new business, building relationships with SME clients and helping the firm grow its portfolio. The role is ideal for someone who loves networking, meeting people, and having commercial conversations about accountancy and tax services.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities include:

• Building and managing a pipeline of new SME and mid‑market clients
• Attending networking events, client meetings, and local business gatherings
• Confidently discussing accountancy services (VAT, tax, bookkeeping, compliance, advisory) at a mid‑level technical depth
• Developing relationships over coffee, lunches, or evening events to raise brand awareness locally
• Working closely with the founders and accountants to tailor proposals and onboard new clients

About You

You ll thrive here if you re energetic, outgoing, and commercially minded, someone who enjoys the buzz of sales but also values authenticity and teamwork.

We re looking for:

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition ideally in accountancy, financial services, or professional services
• Confidence in holding commercial and technical conversations with business owners
• A proactive networker who enjoys representing a brand and winning new business
• Strong communication skills and a genuine people‑first approach