Business Development Manager (Exeter)

McCarthy Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth in Exeter. You will be responsible for managing a pipeline of new business opportunities and collaborating with teams to exceed sales targets. Candidates should have proven experience in sales, excellent relationship-building skills, and a full UK driving licence. Attractive OTE salary, car allowance, pension benefits, and ample holiday are offered.

Benefits

Car / Car Allowance

Pension plan

Death in Service benefit

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven success in new business sales, ideally within contracted services.
• Strong track record of smashing sales targets.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a robust pipeline of profitable new business opportunities.
• Sell contracted services across commercial sectors.
• Create and deliver strategic sales plans.

Skills

New business sales success

Exceptional prospecting skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Self-motivated and results-focused

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Exeter

Role: Full Time Permanent

Salary: OTE up to £45,000

Ready to drive growth and shape the future of our clients business in Exeter?

We’re on the lookout for a driven and dynamic Business Development Manager to join our clients Operations team. If you thrive on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and closing deals, this is your chance to make a real impact from day one.

What you’ll be doing as a Business Development Manager

• Develop and manage a robust pipeline of profitable new business opportunities.
• Sell contracted services across commercial sectors within your territory.
• Consistently meet and exceed quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Create and deliver strategic sales plans, reports, and forecasts.
• Collaborate with Regional Commercial and Depot Managers to align on campaigns and local strategies.
• Act as the key contact for prospective customers—building trust and delivering tailored solutions.
• Lead pricing negotiations and craft bespoke service packages to meet client needs.

What our client is looking for

• Proven success in new business sales, ideally within contracted services.
• A strong track record of smashing sales targets.
• Exceptional prospecting, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated, results-focused, and comfortable working independently.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What’s in it for you

• Salary : £45,000 OTE
• Car / Car Allowance : £400 / month
• Pension : 6% employer / 4% employee
• Death in Service : 2x salary
• Holidays : 25 days + bank holidays

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to take ownership of your region and build a career in a fast-paced, high-reward environment, we want to hear from you. APPLY NOW!!!

ABOUT US

This Business Development Manager role is being handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award winning behavioural leadership recruitment consultancy covering the whole of the UK. McCarthy is like no other recruitment agency you will have worked with, our difference is our commitment to providing a professional and personalised recruitment service of the highest quality.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age.

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