Business Development Representative

The Cheshire Club; Stockport; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The Cheshire Club is seeking a contract-based Business Development Representative for a remote role focused on driving growth across its ecosystem of services. You will identify and qualify new business leads, conduct outreach via phone, email, and online channels, and schedule meetings with prospective members and partners.

You will nurture relationships with business owners, understand their visibility and growth needs, and present membership options, event opportunities, and media packages.

Qualifications

• Experience in Inside Sales and Lead Generation to identify prospects and convert them into opportunities.
• Strong communication and sales skills to engage business owners, present solutions, and handle objections.
• Proven business development ability to build long-term relationships and partnerships.
• Familiarity with CRM or sales tracking tools and solid organizational/time-management skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work remotely on a contract basis with a results-focused mindset.
• Experience in B2B services, events, media, or networking communities is beneficial; local landscape knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new business leads for The Cheshire Club and its ecosystem of services.
• Conduct outreach via phone, email, and online channels to schedule meetings or discovery calls.
• Nurture relationships with business owners to understand visibility and growth needs.
• Present membership options, event opportunities, and media packages to prospects.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM and collaborate with marketing and events teams.
• Provide regular reports on pipeline activity, conversion metrics, and market feedback.

Skills

Inside Sales

Lead Generation

Communication

Sales Skills

Business Development

CRM & Tracking

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Company Description

The Cheshire Club is a visibility and growth ecosystem designed to support serious business owners across Cheshire. Since 2017, the organisation has helped companies elevate their profile through curated events, private club membership, INSIDE Magazine, a podcast, business awards, mentoring, networking opportunities and sponsorship. Members gain access to a community that connects them with peers, thought leaders, and potential collaborators. The Cheshire Club focuses on positioning businesses for sustainable growth and greater recognition within the local and regional marketplace.

Role Description

The Business Development Representative is a contract, remote role focused on driving growth for The Cheshire Club and its ecosystem of services. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and qualifying new business leads, conducting outreach via phone, email, and online channels, and scheduling meetings or discovery calls with prospective members and partners. The role involves nurturing relationships with business owners, understanding their visibility and growth needs, and presenting appropriate membership options, event opportunities, and media packages. The Business Development Representative will maintain accurate records in CRM tools, collaborate with marketing and events teams to align outreach efforts, and provide regular reports on pipeline activity, conversion metrics, and market feedback.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess Inside Sales and Lead Generation skills to identify prospects and convert them into qualified opportunities.
• Candidates should possess strong Communication and Sales skills to engage business owners, present solutions, and manage objections effectively.
• Candidates should possess Business Development skills to build long-term relationships, grow partnerships, and expand The Cheshire Club’s ecosystem.
• Candidates should have proficiency with CRM or sales tracking tools, along with solid organizational and time-management abilities.
• Candidates should demonstrate self-motivation, comfort working remotely on a contract basis, and a results-focused mindset.
• Experience in B2B services, events, media, or networking communities is beneficial; prior experience in the Cheshire or UK business landscape is a plus.