business Development Manager

MET Recruitment; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business support organisation is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new business growth in Wolverhampton. The role involves generating high-quality leads, engaging with senior decision-makers, and managing a sales pipeline. You'll receive a base salary of £35,000 plus uncapped commission. Ideal candidates should have proven B2B sales experience and a full driving licence. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual looking to contribute to an expanding organisation.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Career development

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Proven B2B sales or business development experience.
• Track record of achieving and exceeding targets.
• Confident presenting to senior decision-makers.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Strong planning and pipeline management abilities.
• Professional and credible approach.

Responsibilities

• Generate and convert high-quality leads.
• Engage with CEOs and senior stakeholders.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline.
• Deliver compelling presentations and proposals.
• Identify growth sectors and new opportunities.
• Represent the organisation at events.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Target achievement

Presenting to decision-makers

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Planning and organisation

Relationship-building skills

Motivated and resilient

Job description

Business Development Manager
Location: Wolverhampton (50/50 office based and field-based with travel)
Salary: £35,000 + Uncapped Commission
Hours: 35 hours per week
Requirements: Must have own transport

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Business Development Manager to join a well-established business support organisation that plays a pivotal role in helping companies across the region grow, connect and succeed.

This organisation is going through an exciting period of modernisation and expansion. They are now seeking a high-performing, commercially minded individual to focus on new business growth and bring fresh energy to their membership acquisition strategy.

About the Role

This is a proactive, consultative sales role responsible for attracting new members and building strong relationships with key decision-makers across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Generating and converting high-quality leads
• Engaging with CEOs, Managing Directors and senior stakeholders
• Building and managing a strong sales pipeline using the CRM
• Delivering compelling presentations and value-led proposals
• Identifying growth sectors and new opportunities
• Representing the organisation at events, exhibitions and networking forums
• Consistently achieving and exceeding new business targets
• Ensuring smooth handover of new members to the wider team

This role suits someone confident, persuasive and ambitious—someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and thrives on winning new business.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven B2B sales or business development experience
• A strong track record of achieving and exceeding targets
• Confident presenting to and engaging senior decision-makers
• Excellent communication, negotiation and closing skills
• Strong planning, organisation and pipeline management abilities
• Professional, credible approach with strong relationship-building skills
• Motivated, resilient and commercially aware
• Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle (business insurance required)
• Experience within membership, subscription-based or business support services is desirable but not essential.

What’s on Offer

• £35,000 basic salary
• Uncapped commission structure
• 35-hour working week
• Opportunity to represent a respected regional organisation
• Career development and ongoing training
• Varied and rewarding role with strong regional presence