Global Growth Architect – Digital Solutions

Discovery Design; North East; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Design is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth for a leading digital agency. You will identify new opportunities, nurture client relationships, and shape the growth strategy across UK and international markets.

Collaborating with design, development, and marketing teams, you’ll tailor proposals, manage the sales cycle, and turn conversations into long-term partnerships with measurable results.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management within a digital agency or tech environment.
• Strong understanding of web design, digital marketing, or SaaS solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Commercially focused with ability to identify and capitalise on new opportunities.
• Comfortable managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to close.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the UK and international markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing clients.
• Develop a deep understanding of client goals, challenges, and industries to position services effectively.
• Create tailored proposals and presentations that clearly communicate value and strategy.
• Collaborate with internal teams to scope projects and deliver accurate estimates and timelines.
• Manage and nurture leads from initial contact through to project handover.
• Attend meetings, networking events, and industry functions to generate new opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and pipeline updates using CRM tools.
• Contribute to the agency’s growth strategy through proactive outreach and insight-driven recommendations.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies

Skills

Business development

Sales

Account management

Communication

Negotiation

Job description

Discovery Design is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth for a leading digital agency. You will identify new opportunities, nurture client relationships, and shape the growth strategy across UK and international markets.

Collaborating with design, development, and marketing teams, you’ll tailor proposals, manage the sales cycle, and turn conversations into long-term partnerships with measurable results.