Business Development Manager

LJ Recruitment; Verwood; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing premium print and packaging firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth by building partnerships with luxury clients. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £40,000-£50,000 with on-target earnings up to £70,000. The position includes hybrid working, flexible hours, and the opportunity to collaborate with globally recognized brands in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Laptop and mobile phone

Mileage reimbursement (45p/mile)

Flexible working hours

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or sales, ideally within print, packaging, creative services, or luxury brands.
• Ability to pitch tailored solutions to clients in the luxury space.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new business opportunities across multiple regions.
• Create innovative proposals to meet high-end client needs.
• Build long-term relationships with premium brands and agencies.
• Collaborate with internal teams for seamless project delivery.

Skills

Sales experience in premium sectors

Excellent presentation skills

Creative thinking

Relationship building

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

CRM platform knowledge

Job description

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Business Development Manager - High-End Print & Packaging
Verwood, Dorset (Hybrid considered)
£40,000-£50,000 + OTE £70,000 | Laptop, Phone, Mileage (45p/mile)
Full-time | Flexible working hours | Mon-Fri (9-5 core)

An exciting opportunity to join a growing premium print and packaging business working with globally recognised brands.

A long-established and respected name in the print and signage sector has recently expanded into the high-end, design-led market and is now entering an exciting new phase of growth. To support this expansion, the business is seeking an experienced and imaginative Business Development Manager to help drive new opportunities and build lasting partnerships with premium clients.

This role is perfect for a commercially driven professional with a creative mindset-someone who can confidently pitch tailored solutions to clients in the luxury and high-profile space.

The Role

The Business Development Manager will:

• Identify and convert new business opportunities across Dorset, Hampshire, and the South West
• Create innovative proposals that meet the specific needs of high-end and creative clients
• Build strong, long-term relationships with premium brands and agencies
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery and ongoing account growth
• Contribute to shaping and developing a growing premium service offering
• Demonstrable success in business development or sales
  (Ideally within print, packaging, creative services, or luxury brands)
• Experience working with high-end clients or in premium sectors
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• A creative thinker with the ability to propose bespoke, value-added solutions
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Based within a commutable distance to Verwood (BH31 6BE)
  (Hybrid working considered for candidates with strong print sector experience)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM platforms

The Package

• £40,000-£50,000 base salary with on-target earnings of up to £70,000
• Laptop, mobile phone, and mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile
  (Business vehicle to be introduced)
• Flexible working hours in line with client and business needs
• Opportunity to work with globally recognised brands, including clients in sectors such as automotive, luxury retail, entertainment, and lifestyle
• A collaborative, growth-focused environment with real potential for career progression

This is a standout opportunity for a driven, creative Business Development Manager to make a real impact within a growing business delivering premium print and packaging solutions to some of the world's most prestigious brands.