Sales Manager / Director

Hannelius Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique recruitment agency in the Greater Leeds area is seeking a Sales Manager or Director to drive new business growth. This hybrid role emphasizes generating opportunities through outreach and collaboration within a close-knit team. Candidates should have 4-5+ years of market research experience, a consultative approach, and a motivation for long-term progression. Flexibility and a commercial mindset are essential to thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4-5+ years of experience winning new business in market research.
• Proven record of consultative approach and credibility with clients.
• Experience working in small, hands-on environments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new B2B clients.
• Manage the full sales cycle from contact to agreement.
• Attend industry events and collaborate on proposals.

Skills

Business development

Sales cycle management

Client consultancy

Pipeline management

Job description

Salary: £40–80k base (DOE)
Location: Greater Leeds (hybrid after probation period)

Are you an experienced Sales Manager or Director with a background in market research and the appetite to help shape the next phase of growth? Our client, an established market research agency in the Greater Leeds area, is looking for a commercially minded individual to strengthen their new business capability.

This role is focused on new business generation rather than account management. You’ll be responsible for developing opportunities both through proactive outreach and by supporting inbound enquiries, working closely with senior research colleagues to shape proposals and convert opportunities. The company operates with a close-knit team, a collaborative culture, and a clear focus on sustainable growth.

Key responsibilities

• Identifying and securing new B2B clients
• Managing the full sales cycle from first contact to agreement
• Building a realistic and well-managed pipeline
• Attending relevant industry events and conferences
• Collaborating internally on scoping, pricing and handover

About you

• Proven experience winning new business in market research (ideally 4-5+ years)
• Commercially grounded, consultative and credible with clients
• Comfortable working in a small, hands-on environment
• Motivated by long-term progression

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail]

To be considered you must live in the UK and hold a valid UK working permit or visa. You’ll also need to be able to commute to the Greater Leeds office 3 days per week (5 days during probation period)

Hannelius Recruitment is a boutique agency, operating across various sectors and connecting top talents with leading corporations in the field of market research. At Hannelius Recruitment we are committed to diversity and equality; we value talents based on abilities and potential, fostering productivity and innovation in a positive working environment