Business Development Manager

Seymour John; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission structure

Pension

Healthcare

Generous holiday entitlement

Personal development opportunities

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in Wolverhampton is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead new business growth efforts. The ideal candidate will have proven B2B sales experience and a track record in meeting targets. Key responsibilities include managing a sales pipeline and engaging with senior decision-makers. This full-time role comes with a competitive salary of up to £35,000 plus a commission structure and excellent benefits, in a fast-paced environment where success is recognized and rewarded.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales or business development.
• Strong track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Confidence in engaging senior decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business acquisition through proactive outreach.
• Build and manage a high-quality sales pipeline.
• Engage with senior leaders to position the value proposition.
• Represent the organisation at events and networking opportunities.
• Meet and exceed sales targets, impacting growth.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Pipeline management

Self-motivated

Job description

Business Development Manager | Wolverhampton | Permanent | Salary up to £35,000 + commission structure

A brilliant opportunity to join a well‑established, growing organisation that plays a pivotal role in supporting businesses across the region.

Seymour John are pleased to be supporting a well‑established, growing organisation in the Black Country, who are looking to strengthen their team with the appointment of a high‑performing Business Development Manager, to lead on driving new business growth. This is a sales‑focused role where you will be responsible for attracting new members, building a strong pipeline, and converting prospects through consultative selling.

• Enjoy a competitive salary, commission structure, and excellent benefits including pension, healthcare, and generous holiday entitlement
• Join a respected organisation with a strong reputation and a clear growth strategy
• Work in a fast‑paced environment where your success is recognised and rewarded
• Benefit from personal development opportunities and build a network with senior decision‑makers across the region

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Membership, you will be responsible for:

• Driving new business acquisition through proactive outreach and consultative selling
• Building and managing a high‑quality sales pipeline, identifying growth sectors and untapped opportunities
• Engaging with CEOs, MDs, and senior leaders to position the organisation’s value proposition
• Representing the organisation at events, forums, and networking opportunities, showcasing its benefits and ROI
• Consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets, making a measurable impact on growth

About You

We’re looking for a commercially driven, results‑focused professional with proven experience in B2B sales or business development. You will have a strong track record of meeting and exceeding targets, coupled with excellent communication, negotiation, and closing skills. Confidence in engaging senior decision‑makers is essential, as is the ability to build and manage a high‑quality pipeline. Highly organised and self‑motivated, you will bring resilience, energy, and a passion for creating meaningful business relationships.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy making a measurable impact, we would love to hear from you!

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Business Development, Sales, and Consulting
• Business Consulting and Services