Director Business Development (South East)

SW Group; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic business organization is seeking a Business Development Director to oversee sales and business development activities in the South East & London region. You will be responsible for originating new business opportunities and developing strategic partnerships to enhance market presence. Key tasks include managing the sales process, driving conversion rates, and collaborating with teams to create winning proposals. Ideal candidates will have experience in sales management and a robust network of client relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales management and business development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Originate new business opportunities with prospective clients in the region.
• Identify and research target clients to drive pipeline development.
• Manage and drive the sales process to convert prospects.

Skills

Sales management

Business development

Strategic partnership development

Client relationship management

Job description

This role, for a commercially strong Business Development Director, will be responsible for the management of strategic and operational sales and business development activities in respect of the South East & London region. You will be responsible for driving sales activity and business growth, originating new opportunities, and developing strategic partnerships to expand our market presence. As a Business Development Director, your responsibilities will include, among others

• Originate new business opportunities with prospective clients in the region
• Identify and research target clients in the region to drive pipeline development and conversion
• Manage and drive the sales process to convert prospects into new clients
• Meet with prospects regularly and use this interaction to improve the firm's brand, relationships and identify opportunities
• Work with relevant teams and partners in the region to develop winning proposals that speaks to the client's needs and objectives
• Manage sales information including conversion rates, key targets, pipeline management, KPIs and trend information