Business Development Manager | Large Format Print | South UK

Mercury Search and Selection; Eccleston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is looking for a Business Development Manager in the South UK region. This role involves driving sales strategies, building relationships, and achieving targets in the large-format print and visual communications sectors. Ideal candidates will have a proven business development background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage with decision-makers. This position offers up to £50k salary with opportunities for professional development and growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the print industry.
• Confident networker who builds long-term client relationships.
• Ability to engage and influence decision-makers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies for new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality visual solutions.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets through proactive management.
• Stay updated with market trends and print technologies.

Skills

Proven track record in business development

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation abilities

Results-driven

Job description

Are you looking for the opportunity to make a real impact?

You’ll be driving growth, building relationships and shaping the future of an innovative, forward-thinking business. You’ll be trusted with autonomy, supported by a collaborative team, and given the tools, training, and resources to succeed. Expect the chance to work with leading brands across diverse markets, engaging directly with decision-makers and creative teams to deliver innovative solutions that elevate brand presence and drive measurable business results. With continuous learning, professional development and clear progression opportunities, this is a role where your ambition and results will truly be recognised and rewarded.

Business Development Manager | Large Format Print | South UK | Up to £50k

With decades of experience in large-format print and visual communications, this business is a market leader in delivering creative, high-quality solutions across retail, transport, events, and corporate sectors. Combining cutting-edge print technology with innovative design, they help some of the UK’s most recognisable brands bring their ideas to life, from eye-catching graphics and bespoke installations to nationwide campaigns. Known for their craftsmanship, reliability, and forward-thinking approach, they pride themselves on exceptional service, technical expertise, and a culture that encourages creativity and growth.

You will be responsible for:

• Developing and executing sales strategies to identify and secure new business opportunities across retail, transport, events, and corporate sectors
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with clients, ensuring a deep understanding of their branding, print, and visual communication needs
• Collaborating with design and production teams to deliver innovative, high-quality visual solutions that meet client expectations and timelines
• Achieving and exceeding individual and team sales targets through proactive account management and new business development
• Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of market trends and print technologies

Key attributes required:

• Proven track record in business development or sales, ideally within the print industry
• Confident networker who thrives on building and maintaining long-term client relationships
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence decision-makers
• Results-driven with a focus on achieving and exceeding targets
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and negotiation abilities

If you thrive on creativity, forward thinking, and building successful partnerships, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Apply now!