Business Development Manager

McCarthy Recruitment; Taunton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Business Development Manager in Taunton to drive new business growth. This role involves cold calling, managing sales pipelines, and negotiating contracts. Ideal candidates have strong sales and negotiation skills, as well as the resilience to engage with potential clients. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 plus significant benefits, including a car allowance and generous holiday package. Join a supportive team focused on growth and success.

Benefits

Car/Car Allowance of £400 per month

Pension with 6% employer contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Death in Service benefit

Qualifications

• Confidence and resilience to cold call and knock on doors.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage a sales pipeline and CRM effectively.
• A self-starter who knows their patch and gets stuck in.

Responsibilities

• 100% new business development.
• Cold calling, door knocking, and lead generation.
• Managing your pipeline and CRM with precision.
• Reviewing existing contracts and negotiating improved terms.
• Selling the value of our client's service.

Skills

Sales skills

Negotiation skills

CRM management

Cold calling

Job description

Business Development Manager

Location: Taunton

Salary: Up to £35,000 base + commission + Car

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday

About the Role

Our client is the UK's leading service provider in their sector, and they are growing fast. They are looking for driven, resilient, and commercially astute Business Development Managers to support their growth.

As a Business Development Manager, you'll be part of a dynamic new business sales team. You'll be responsible for identifying and securing contracts with local businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• 100% new business development
• Cold calling, door knocking, and lead generation
• Managing your pipeline and CRM with precision
• Reviewing existing contracts and negotiating improved terms
• Selling the value of our client's service - not just the product
• Once a client is onboarded, they are handed over to the corporate team so you can focus on winning new business

What We're Looking For

Different backgrounds will be considered - what matters is attitude and ability. You might be:

• A telesales or recruitment consultant ready to step into a field-based role
• Someone with experience selling merchant services, PayPal, or card machines
• Or simply a natural salesperson who builds rapport and gets results

Essential Qualities

• Confidence and resilience to cold call and knock on doors
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage a sales pipeline and CRM effectively
• A self-starter who knows their patch and gets stuck in

Benefits Package

Salary – Up to £35,000

Car/Car Allowance – £400 per month

Pension – 6% employer contribution / 4% employee

Death in Service – 2x annual salary

Holidays – 25 days plus bank holidays

Why Our Client?

• Industry-leading brand with huge growth potential
• Supportive team and leadership
• Clear progression routes
• Real earning potential

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.

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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