Business Development / Marketing Manager - Contract Role

projectblackbook; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

projectblackbook is seeking a Business Development / Marketing Manager on a contract basis to assist a transformation consultancy. The role spans 3–6 months, with day rates of £300–£450 outside IR35, starting in October, and a hybrid setup requiring two days on-site in/around London or the UK.

The candidate should bring hands-on business development and marketing experience, ideally with industry exposure, and be comfortable working with senior stakeholders to drive the launch of a

Qualifications

• Independent consultant with the ability to work autonomously.
• Strong background in business development, marketing or commercial roles.
• Experience in industry rather than solely within consulting.
• Manager-level experience and ability to engage with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the project through its launch phase, with a focus on commercial and go-to-market activity.
• Bring practical BD and marketing experience to help shape and execute launch priorities.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to coordinate activity and drive momentum.

Skills

Business development

Marketing

Job description

Role: Business Development / Marketing Manager - Contract Role

Seniority: Junior Consultant - Senior Manager

Day rate: £300-£450 outside IR35

Project duration(s): 3-6 months, starting from October

Location: Hybrid, two days on-site in/around London or the UK

We’re supporting a transformation consultancy, headquartered in the UK with a global footprint. They're looking for support with an investment client as a healthcare/life sciences project moves into its launch phase. The role would suit someone with a strong business development and/or marketing background, ideally with hands‑on industry experience rather than a traditional consulting profile.

Tasks

• Support the project through its launch phase, with a focus on commercial and go-to-market activity
• Bring practical BD and marketing experience to help shape and execute launch priorities
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to coordinate activity and drive momentum

Requirements

• An independent consultant
• Strong background in business development, marketing or commercial roles
• Ideally experience gained in industry rather than solely within consulting
• Manager-level experience, with the ability to work independently and engage confidently with senior stakeholders