Business Development Manager - Creative Industry (Remote)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative recruitment firm seeks a Business Development Manager to drive client growth in a fully remote role. The position emphasizes the need for experience in the creative sector, strong interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach to business development. Join a financially robust and friendly team known for their innovative approach in the recruitment industry.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Friendly team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or sales within recruitment.
• Strong knowledge of the creative sector.
• Proactive and innovative attitude.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities and nurture client relationships.
• Build consultative relationships with creative agencies.
• Develop strategic plans to achieve sales targets.

Skills

Client relationship management

Proactive attitude

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Social media usage

Education

Experience in business development or sales

Background in creative recruitment

Tools

CRM systems

Digital tools

Job description

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Business Development Manager - Creative Industry (Remote), leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

TRM Recruitment

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a proven, strategic creative staffing expert with exceptional client skills? Do you want a fully remote role, where you can really shape the role and directly impact the company?

We’re looking for a Business Development manager to lead client growth for an established creative boutique recruiting firm. This is a multi faceted role where you will bring excellent knowledge of social media and staffing to the table.

The Role:

• You’ll be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and positioning their brand as a go-to partner for creative recruitment.
• Identify and engage with prospective clients in the creative, advertising, design, and marketing sectors.
• Build and maintain strong, consultative relationships with creative agencies, studios, and in-house teams.
• Understand client briefs and hiring needs, offering tailored recruitment solutions.
• Collaborate with recruitment consultants to ensure seamless delivery and candidate experience.
• Attend industry events, exhibitions, and networking functions to promote the brand and generate leads.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve sales targets and expand our client base.
• Leverage platforms like LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram to build brand visibility, share insights, and connect with potential clients and candidates.

Why Join?

• 30 year trading history, and known as a creative specialist
• Financially robust - have 6/7 EBITDA last 10 years
• Super down to earth friendly team
• Have multiple service lines including RPO and Payroll solutions which you will also be involved in selling

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the recruitment or creative industries.
• Strong understanding of the creative sector and its unique hiring challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• A proactive, self-starter attitude with a passion for creativity and innovation.
• Demonstrated experience using social media for business development, brand building, or community engagement.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and digital tools.
• Existing network of contacts within creative agencies or in-house creative teams.
• Background in creative recruitment or experience working in a creative agency.
• Knowledge of current trends in advertising, design, and digital media.
• Experience creating or curating content for LinkedIn, TikTok, or Instagram.