Business Development Manager

Seymour John Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business development firm in Wolverhampton is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead growth initiatives. In this sales-focused role, you will attract new members, manage a robust sales pipeline, and engage with high-level decision-makers. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in B2B sales, with excellent negotiation and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 plus a commission structure and fantastic benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Commission structure

Healthcare

Pension

Generous holiday entitlement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Drive new business acquisition through proactive outreach and consultative selling.
• Build and manage a high-quality sales pipeline.
• Engage with CEOs and senior leaders to position the organisation's value proposition.
• Represent the organisation at events and networking opportunities.
• Consistently meet and exceed sales targets.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Pipeline management

Self-motivation

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.

Why join?

• 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!

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