Business Development Manager - Recruitment

Concept; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to join their growing sales team. In this pivotal role, you will identify and manage new business opportunities within the permanent recruitment sector, focusing on corporate functions like HR and finance. This position offers flexible hybrid working arrangements, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. With a commitment to collaboration and innovation, this company is on an exciting growth trajectory, making it a fantastic time to join their journey and make a significant impact in the recruitment industry.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional paid leave for birthday or Christmas Eve

Salary sacrifice pension

Life assurance (3x salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to independent financial advisor

2 social value days per year

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the recruitment industry.
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and client needs across sectors.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in permanent recruitment.
• Build strong client relationships and implement sales strategies.

Skills

Business Development

Sales

Recruitment Processes

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

CRM Software Proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite

Market Research

Tools

CRM Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Business Development Manager - Recruitment

Concept Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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About Us

We are Concept IT; we offer comprehensive hiring solutions to support our customers with their evolving tech and talent needs. Specialising in IT, Data, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and more, we blend data-driven techniques with a human touch to connect our customers with suitable talent that makes an immediate impact. Collaboration is at the heart of our approach, uniting diverse backgrounds with our clients to deliver innovative solutions.

Backed by a global private equity firm and part of Jumar, a wider technology consulting group, we are on an exciting growth trajectory. Join us on our journey during this exciting time.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our growing sales team. You will be responsible for identifying, developing, and managing new business opportunities within the permanent recruitment sector, focusing on corporate functions such as HR, finance, bids, and procurement within the IT sector. Your role will be crucial in expanding our client base, strengthening relationships, and driving revenue growth. This position offers flexible hybrid working arrangements in our Solihull, Dudley, or London offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within target industries, focusing on permanent recruitment for corporate functions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through consultative selling and strategic engagement.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Conduct market research to identify industry trends and insights.
• Collaborate with recruitment consultants to ensure successful delivery of client hiring needs.
• Prepare and deliver proposals, presentations, and negotiate contracts.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, pipelines, and forecasts.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the recruitment industry, preferably in permanent placements.
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and client needs across sectors.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Target-driven with a history of exceeding sales goals.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional paid leave for your birthday or Christmas Eve.
• Salary sacrifice, employer-contributed pension.
• Life assurance (3x salary).
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme & Perkbox.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access to an independent financial advisor.
• 2 social value days per year to give back to communities.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Staffing, Recruiting, IT Services, IT Consulting