Business Development Manager - UK

Gallagher; Birmingham; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Gallagher’s eShepherd division is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth across the UK and Europe. You’ll own the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing, engaging producers, distributors and partners to expand eShepherd’s presence.

The role offers international growth, strong incentives and a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You’ll travel across the UK and Europe, showcasing the market-leading livestock technology and delivering consultative, value-based solutions to

Qualifications

• Proven success in Business Development and sales growth with a track record of converting prospects to customers.
• Strong capability in building trusted relationships with farmers, distributors and partners.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, target and convert new business across the UK and Europe.
• Build and manage a robust pipeline of qualified prospects.
• Lead solution-based conversations and close commercial deals.

Skills

Proven sales track record

Relationship building

Consultative selling

Travel readiness

Industry knowledge (AgTech/Livestock)

Job description

Shape the future of livestock farming across the UK

eShepherd is transforming the way livestock is managed through virtual fencing technology. Combining solar-powered neckbands, advanced software, data insights and on-farm support, eShepherd enables producers to manage grazing more precisely, move cattle remotely and operate with greater flexibility and control.

As part of Gallagher, a global leader in animal management solutions for over 85 years, eShepherd is scaling rapidly across international markets. We're seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to lead growth across the UK, driving adoption of a technology that is genuinely changing the future of farming.

Why this role stands out

• Drive market growth for a game-changing livestock technology
• Sell AgTech that is changing livestock management
• Join a globally scaling business backed by Gallagher
• Significant career growth opportunities as we expand internationally
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Tools, technology and support to help you succeed
• Collaborative, practical and supportive team culture
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives

About the role

This is a true business development opportunity focused on identifying new opportunities, building a strong pipeline and converting prospects into customers. You'll work closely with producers, distributors, partners and industry stakeholders to expand eShepherd's presence across the UK and Europe. You'll take ownership of the full sales cycle, from prospecting and relationship building through to solution design, commercial negotiation and closing deals.

What You'll Be Doing

• Identify, target and convert new business opportunities across the UK and European market
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified prospects
• Develop trusted relationships with farmers, producers, partners and distributors
• Understand customer challenges and demonstrate the commercial and operational benefits of eShepherd
• Deliver consultative, solution-based sales conversations tailored to individual farming operations
• Negotiate proposals, agreements and commercial outcomes
• Represent eShepherd at industry events, field days, conferences and customer demonstrations
• Monitor market trends, customer feedback and competitor activity
• Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline reporting and CRM data
• Work collaboratively with Customer Success, Marketing and Product teams to support customer adoption and growth

What you'll bring

• Proven success in Business Development
• Experience generating new business and consistently delivering sales growth
• Strong solution-selling and relationship-building capability
• Agricultural, livestock, rural or AgTech industry experience preferred
• Commercial acumen with the ability to identify and convert opportunities
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment
• Ability to travel throughout the UK and Europe as required

Why eShepherd?

This is an opportunity to join an exciting global growth story at a pivotal stage. You'll be part of a business bringing meaningful innovation to livestock producers while enjoying the backing, resources and stability of Gallagher.

At Gallagher And EShepherd, You'll Benefit From

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• The excitement of a globally scaling business, with Gallagher stability protecting what matters most for over 85 years
• Career growth opportunities as we expand internationally
• Modern tools and technology that enable success
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives
• The chance to make a genuine impact on the future of farming

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may be filled before the closing date.