Business Development Manager - Remote (UK South)

LJ Recruitment; City Of London; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK label manufacturer is seeking a New Business Development Manager to drive sales growth remotely across the South UK. The successful candidate will identify and convert new opportunities and manage existing accounts. The role requires excellent communication and negotiation skills, with travel across the UK expected. This position offers a competitive salary along with uncapped commissions and benefits including a company car.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Company car or car allowance

Private medical insurance

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in print, packaging, or label manufacturing sectors.
• Strong track record in new business development and account management.
• Self-motivated, target-driven with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new business opportunities to drive sales growth.
• Strengthen relationships with existing accounts.
• Deliver professional sales presentations and proposals.
• Monitor and report on sales activity and performance.
• Travel across the UK to visit clients.

Skills

New business development

Account management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

New Business Development Manager – Labels & Packaging (South UK, Remote)

Salary: 45,000 - 80,000 + Uncapped Commission + Company Car

Location: Remote (Covering the South UK) – Monthly visits to Head Office, West Yorkshire

A leading UK label manufacturer is seeking an ambitious and driven New Business Development Manager to join its expanding sales team as part of an ongoing growth strategy.

Established for over 60 years, the company employs 65 staff and has built a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service. Its award‑winning, Yorkshire‑based manufacturing facility produces high‑quality, cutting‑edge label solutions including peel & reveal, embossing, and foiling.

The business has a particularly strong presence within the beverage market, which currently represents around 50% of its client base, and now seeks to diversify across new sectors such as cosmetics, food, supplements, and industrial products.

The Role

This is a remote new business development position covering the South of the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving growth by identifying, approaching, and converting new clients who can benefit from the company's premium label solutions.

The main focus will be winning new business, with the potential‑following a successful probation period‑to inherit and manage a number of existing accounts. While some support will be provided through lapsed client data and email marketing campaigns, the role will primarily require proactive market engagement and business generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new business opportunities to drive sales growth.
• Strengthen and develop relationships with existing accounts.
• Deliver professional and persuasive sales presentations and proposals.
• Support internal and external stakeholders on new product development.
• Monitor and report on sales activity, performance, and KPIs.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and competitor activity.
• Travel across the UK to visit clients (a full driving licence is essential).

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in the print, packaging, or label manufacturing sectors.
• Strong track record in new business development and account management.
• Commercially astute, self‑motivated, and target‑driven.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Capable of working independently with strong time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT systems.
• Willingness to travel and undertake occasional overnight stays.

Benefits

• Competitive salary 45,000 – 80,000, dependent on experience.
• Uncapped commission structure.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Laptop, phone, and other necessary equipment provided.
• Private medical insurance following a qualifying period.
• Long‑term career prospects within a well‑established, growing organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading label manufacturer with a proud heritage, state‑of‑the‑art production capabilities, and a reputation for excellence. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's future growth across multiple market sectors.