Business Development Manager - Marketing Agency

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Cambridge is on the lookout for a dynamic Business Development Manager to enhance their client acquisition strategy. This innovative marketing agency offers a diverse range of services, from content marketing to digital development. In this role, you will engage in consultative selling, build lasting relationships, and lead presentations to secure new business. With the flexibility to work over 4 or 5 days a week and a hybrid work model, this position is perfect for those seeking a balance between professional growth and personal life. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity awaits!

Qualifications

• Experience in selling flexible or adaptable products/services.
• Background in media sales or agency sales preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive new client acquisition and manage existing portfolio.
• Conduct outbound cold calling and networking.

Skills

Sales Skills

Consultative Selling

CRM Management

Presentation Skills

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CRM Software

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Job Details

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

Are you currently working in a role selling a flexible or adaptable product or service and seeking a change? Perhaps you're looking for a Business Development Manager role with reduced hours, such as 4 days a week? Maybe you're an Account Manager or Sales Executive looking to step up?

If so, please get in touch. We are working with a renowned Cambridge-based marketing agency offering a range of services from web design to video production, content marketing to print and editorial. They seek an experienced, consultative Business Development Manager to drive new client acquisition alongside their existing portfolio.

Key Duties

• Sell and secure profitable, sustainable content marketing services, including advertising, content creation, design, digital development, digital marketing, and media sales.
• Build and maintain a database of key contacts within target sectors via CRM.
• Develop positive relationships with prospects.
• Participate in creating and delivering presentations and proposals, respond to tenders, and prepare for pitches.

You will spend approximately 50% of your time on outbound cold calling and outreach, and the remaining 50% on collaborative work such as pitches. Attendance at networking events, exhibitions, and client meetings is expected, so comfort with in-person selling and presenting is necessary.

Candidates from media sales, agency sales, or those experienced in selling B2B products/services with a consultative approach are encouraged to apply.

The role can be worked over 4 or 5 days per week. For a 4-day week, salary is £50k pro-rata. The role is hybrid, with 60% of time spent in the office or with clients.

Zero Surplus is East Anglia's premier sales recruitment agency, based outside Cambridge, sourcing media and advertising sales staff for small and international marketing agencies across London, Cambridge, and the East of England.

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