Business Development Manager

DNA Recruit; Staines-upon-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on driving sponsorship sales across global events, while maintaining and building strong client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a proven record in sales and excellent communication skills. Opportunities for networking and travel are included, making this a compelling career move for motivated sales professionals.

Benefits

Vouchers for successful referrals

Networking opportunities

International exposure

Qualifications

• Proactive self-starter with a minimum of 2 years experience in sales.
• Proven record of success in driving revenue through sponsorship sales.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Drive sponsorship sales across existing and new client accounts.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Deliver presentations and attend networking events.
• Manage accounts effectively to maximize revenue.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Networking abilities

Time management

Job description

Business Development Manager

Salary £45K plus comms

Are you a proactive, ambitious, and motivated individual with a passion for sales and relationship building?

DNA Recruit are delighted to be working with a B2B Event organiser who are looking for a Business Development Manager to join our growing team and play a pivotal role in driving sponsorship sales across global events.

This is an exciting opportunity for a consultative sales professional to work with existing clients while identifying and developing new business opportunities across diverse international markets. You will be responsible for generating revenue through sponsorship sales, building lasting relationships, and delivering value to clients.

The role is primarily phone and video based, but you’ll also have the opportunity to attend face-to-face presentations, networking events, and international exhibitions.

Responsibilities

• Drive sponsorship sales across existing and new client accounts.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through consultative engagement.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across multiple geographies.
• Deliver presentations and attend networking events both in the UK and abroad.
• Manage accounts effectively to maximise revenue and client satisfaction.

You will have

• Proactive self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum of 2 year’s experience with a proven record of success.
• Strong presentation and networking abilities.
• Ability to prioritise, manage time effectively, and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Flexibility to travel within the UK and internationally.

This role offers the chance to work on global events with international exposure, networking opportunities, and the potential to significantly impact business growth. If you’re driven, results-focused, and eager to develop your career in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

DNA is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Although we try to respond to all applications, unfortunately, due to the high number we receive, we are unable to respond to all of those who are unsuccessful.

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DNA Recruit deliver dynamic recruitment, search and talent solutions and provide insight, knowledge, and credible introductions necessary for client-side and agency roles. Areas we specialise in New Business, Account and Project Management, Strategy and Planning, Events, Experiential, Creative and User Experience Design, Technology, Product, Marketing and Data roles in permanent, contract and freelance recruitment, search and selection, talent advisory and consulting across the UK and globally.