Print & Packaging Business Development Manager

LJ Recruitment; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium print and packaging provider is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth and nurture relationships with high-end clients. This role involves generating revenue across various UK markets and presenting innovative packaging solutions. The ideal candidate has a successful business development track record, experience with luxury brands, and strong relationship-building skills. A competitive salary package with bonus potential and benefits is offered.

Benefits

Base salary of £40,000-£50,000

OTE up to £70,000

Laptop and mobile phone

Mileage allowance

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development, ideally in print or packaging.
• Experience with luxury or high-end brands.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate new revenue and nurture client relationships.
• Present innovative solutions tailored to premium brands.
• Identify market trends for business planning.

Skills

Business development experience

Client presentation skills

Relationship building

Creative mindset

Sales achievement

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

usiness Development Manager

£40,000 - £50,000 + £70k OTE | Dorset / Hampshire / Hybrid

A well-established premium print and packaging provider-recently strengthened through the acquisition of a specialist high-end print operation-is seeking a creative and commercially driven Business Development Manager to support its continued growth. Known for exceptional quality across print, packaging, and visual communications, the organisation works closely with a diverse mix of luxury, automotive, retail, and entertainment brands.

The Organisation

With over two decades of industry experience, the business delivers a wide range of litho, digital and large-format print, signage, point-of-sale and bespoke packaging solutions. All production takes place in-house at a modern facility in the South West, ensuring quality control and the ability to deliver premium bespoke work. The recent acquisition has expanded its high-end capabilities and opened additional opportunities for innovation.

Its client base includes globally recognised luxury brands, creative agencies, and premium automotive and lifestyle partners.

The Role

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for generating new revenue, nurturing relationships with high-end clients, and presenting imaginative solutions tailored to premium brand expectations. Creativity, confidence in client presentation, and strong commercial instincts are key.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing new business across Dorset, Hampshire, the South West, and wider UK markets
• Building and maintaining relationships with high-end clients and creative agencies
• Presenting innovative print, packaging, and visual concepts
• Identifying market trends and contributing to business planning
• Collaborating with internal teams to deliver premium-quality outcomes

The role is ideally office-based, though hybrid or remote working may be considered for candidates with strong experience in premium print or packaging.

About You

You will bring:

• A proven track record in business development, ideally within print, packaging, or creative production
• Experience working with luxury or high-end brands (or clear evidence of strong engagement with premium clients)
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• A creative mindset with confidence in pitching bespoke solutions
• Consistent achievement against sales and business growth targets
• Competence with CRM systems and Microsoft Office

Candidates with high-end brand experience but without direct print expertise may also be considered.

Package & Benefits

• £40,000-£50,000 base salary
• OTE up to £70,000
• Laptop, mobile phone, and mileage allowance (with potential for a future company vehicle)
• Flexible working hours within core Monday-Friday structure
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing premium business with an impressive client portfolio