Strategic Account Manager

ExecutiveSurf | Certified B Corp; Leicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An excellent opportunity for a Strategic Account Manager to drive business growth by acquiring new clients and managing key accounts in Leicester. The role offers a competitive salary with uncapped commission potential and a full IT suite to support your operations. Ideal candidates will have proven sales expertise in the temporary labor sector, alongside the ambition and drive to succeed in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Full IT suite

Office support

Qualifications

• Extensive industry experience in temporary labour sector preferred.
• Outstanding sales and business development skills required.
• Excellent communication abilities to manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through proactive outreach.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with regular contact.
• Negotiate terms of business and manage account compliance.

Skills

Sales skills

Business development

Interpersonal skills

Job description

• Strategic Account Manager jobs in Leicester

Posted 20 days ago

Job Description

full time

Role Overview

Outstanding Opportunity - Basic Pay Negotable circa £45000 + Depending On Experience

You’ll take full ownership of thebusiness acquisition process, professional, driven & ambitious.You’ll be responsible for acquiring freshClient relationships, generating new business, and developing accounts into solid revenue earners - dont worry about resourcing - the team will ensure your client requirements are met. You just need to focus on generating & securing new Clients. We are serious about growing our exceptional operation - only true achievers need apply. We will reward an exceptional achiever with un capped commission & the car of your dreams. Full IT suite & Office backup are a given.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through full on activity - Proactive outbound calls, networking, and generating client meetings.
li>Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular contact and service delivery

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through full on activity - Proactive outbound calls, networking, and generating client meetings.
li>Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular contact and service delivery
• Oversight, management & direction of each account - ensuring the attention to detail of the promises you've made
li>Negotiate terms of business and offers with clients
• Responsible fordue dilligence & compliance- setting up good quality commercially viable Clients
Achieve and exceed individual KPIs and revenue targets

Skills & Experience Required

• Extensive industry experience in the temporary labour sectorIndustrial & Drivingpreferred
< i>Outsatnding sales and business development skills

• Extensive industry experience in the temporary labour sectorIndustrial & Drivingpreferred
< i>Outsatnding sales and business development skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple Clients
li>Proven record of hitting targets and generating revenue
• Knowledge of the West Midlandsmarket or surrounding region is a plus
li>A self-starter is a MUST with a resilient and proactive attitude

Business Development Manager

LE11 3TT Loughborough, East Midlands Loughborough University

Posted 1 day ago

Job Description

Job Title: Business Development ManagerJob Reference: REQ250524Date Posted: Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTApplication Closing Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMTLocation: LoughboroughPackage: Management and Specialist grade 7 from £46735 to £55755 per annum. Subject to annual pay award.

Business Development Manager of UK SCALE Centre

Loughborough University and the Loughborough Business School , through a new long-term partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Centre for Transportation and Logistics (MIT-CTL), has just established the UK Supply Chain and Logistics Excellence Centre (UK SCALE Centre) as the newest member of the MIT Global SCALE Network.

The UK SCALE Centre will focus on research, education, and working with industry, with the ambition of becoming the central hub for supply chain innovation and talent development in the UK. By working closely in concert with key stakeholders in the sector, the Centre will help to bridge the gap between academic research and industry R&D. We aim to drive forward innovative solutions to the biggest challenges facing the UK’s logistics and supply chain capabilities. The Centre will also equip the next generation of researchers and professionals with the essential skills and knowledge of best practice to take leading roles in building the future of supply chains.Further information on the UK SCALE Centre can be found here

The role and what we’re looking for

Reporting to the UK SCALE Centre Manager, the Business Development Manager is responsible for: (a) implementing a client/partner engagement strategy, (b) fostering relationships with selected businesses and relevant public/professional organisations, (c) initiating and following up leads with selected businesses, and (d) managing contracts with client organisations in conjunction with relevant centre and School staff.

The Business Development Manager will play a key role in driving the growth and impact of the UK SCALE Centre by working closely with industry partners to understand their challenges, priorities, and opportunities. They will be responsible for identifying and developing relationships with organisations across priority industry sectors, and for effectively triaging these opportunities to relevant SCALE Centre products, services, and engagement pathways. The post holder will support the delivery of the SCALE Centre business plan, which is reviewed annually, and contribute to the ongoing refinement of the Centre’s offer. This will be achieved through regular engagement with, the Centre Director, the Centre Manager and the wider SCALE Centre leadership team.

This post is available on a full-time, open-ended basis, with a start date of as soon as practically possible. Hybrid working is also available, with a mix of working in the office and from home.

For more information, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Application and assessment process

The closing date for applications is Monday, 21st July2025

Interviews will be held on Thursday, 14th August2025

For informal enquiries please contact Lennie Foster, SCALE Centre Manager at

Why should you apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Loughborough Business School and be part of the new UK SCALE Centre.As well as Loughborough being a great place to work, we offer a generous employment package - find out more about the range of Loughborough Benefits on our website, including our generous annual leave allowance.

Reasonable Adjustments

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that you may need during the recruitment process. If there are adjustments that you would like to request, please contact Lennie Foster, SCALE Centre Manager at .

Business Development Representative

Loughborough, East Midlands The Access Group

Posted today

Job Description

Business Development Representative
Loughborough, onsite

About you:
As a Business Development Representative, you will be part of the wider Sales function within Access Group focusing on generating sales pipeline through prospecting outbound opportunities with the ultimate goal of closed won business.

Day-to-day, you will:
- Generate sales pipeline primarily through prospecting outbound opportunities
- Nurture early-stage opportunities
- Create awareness of Access Groups solutions through a multi-platform customer engagement approach.
- Building out relationship maps across aligned accounts to enable a multi-threading sales approach.
- Align and partner with the Access sales reps to identify and source new pipeline and become an expert in your aligned division.

Your skills and experiences might also include:
- Previous experience within a target driven environment (preferably across the technology sector)
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and an be agile to work and align with varying lines of business in Access to ensure success.
- Demonstrate a strong business acumen and hard working mentality
- Ability to demonstrate a track record of overachieving against goals and targets

What does Access offer you?
We offer a working environment where you can balance work and life while maintaining a strong office team-based culture. We deliver on what we say, taking the development of our people seriously. We'll work with you to progress your success plan and provide opportunities to accelerate your career.

On top of a competitive salary, our standard 25 days holiday (which goes up the longer you're with us), and a matched pension scheme, you'll also be able to choose from a range of benefits to suit you. We're an organisation that likes to give back, so you'll also have one charity day allocated to support a cause that matters to you.

What are we all about?

The Access Group is one of the largest UK-headquartered providers of business management software to small and mid-sized organisations in the UK, Ireland, USA and Asia Pacific. It helps more than100,000 customers across commercial and non-profit sectors become more productive and efficient. Our products and solutions go beyond providing technology, we connect the right people with the right data, at the right time, through Access Workspace.

At Access, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you're excited about this role, (even if your previous experience doesn't align perfectly), you might just be the perfect fit for us! We wholeheartedly believe in equality for all and the transformative power of diversity.

Why not join our vibrant team where you can love what you do, love how you live, and most importantly, be authentically you? Let's make a difference together.

Love Work. Love Life. Be You.

Business Development Executive

Nottingham, East Midlands Express Recruitment

Posted today

Job Description

Express Recruitment are working with a client who have exciting expansion plans and are recruiting for a Business Development Executive to join their team, on a remote working basis.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience within the medical care sector and sold in a B2B sales role within the medical or care sector. A working knowledge of CQC standards would be advantageous with a full understanding of selling bid and tender writing services.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to build a long-term career with excellent progression opportunities. The salary on offer is c£30,000-£0,000 plus an array of further benefits.

The company also offers a company profit scheme Quarterly for the performance of new business and sales which complements your basic salary.

• Maintain contact with national care functions
• Building a corporate entity within medical care settings
• Ascertain and qualify the quality of new leads and report via CRM
• Develop new SME clients for increasing the book of business
• Identify and contact prospects ensure quality of contacts
• Presenting the features and benefits of company products to clients
• Initiate and coordinate development of action plans to penetrate new markets
• 50-90 new business attempts via phone daily (Essential)
• Instructing new tender writing and bid management propositions

Skills & Experience:

• High volume phone-based experience essential
• Ability to assess and understand customer needs to fulfil their requirements
• Competent in meeting senior stakeholders internally and externally
• Long term career aims and sales motivated
• Full UK licence (Travel to clients could be required)

If you have some excellent sales achievements and want to be recognised and grow within an emerging business within the sector and would like to find out more, please apply now.

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.

We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on

Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.

Vacancy Summary:

Hours: Full Time

Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire (Fully Remote)

Job Type: Permanent

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.

Business Development Manager

Nottingham, East Midlands CPJ Recruitment

Posted today

Job Description

• Market leading | High growth business - Waste Management into Construction | career prospects!
• Operationally - best in class!

Business Development Manager - Waste Management

The Role of Senior Business Development Manager

• This is a home / field based Strategic Business Development Manager role.
• You will be responsible for strategically winning accounts selling waste and demolition services into the top 500 Main Contractors - providing total waste management solutions.
• As Business Development Manager, you will target strategically target target accounts.
• You will be tasked with building partnerships with Sustainability Managers, Procurement, Environmental Managers, Health & Safety and Service Managers and up to C-Level decision makers developing account plans for the short, medium and long term.
• The Business Development Manager will look to cross-sell, up-sell other services into the business to maximise incremental growth opportunities.

The Company hiring a Senior Business Development Manager

Our client are a leading national waste service management provider with a reputation within the market of delivering highly reliable services and solutions to a broad range of customers. Our client, have incredible sustainability credentials and set the bar within the industry, being at the forefront of the recycling and re-use markets. Our client have massive financial backing. Their continued commitment to growth organically and through acquisition will result in genuine career prospects.

The Candidate for the Senior Business Development Manager

• A strong business development management experience (contracted services / service contracts or Waste OR FM services)
• A strategic person with experience in developing account growth plans.

The Package on offer for the Senior Business Development Manager

• Company bonus structure
• £500 per month car allowance or company car (hybrid)

Ref: CPJ1684

Business Development Manager

CV1 Coventry, West Midlands Wallace Hind Selection LTD

Posted 6 days ago

Job Description

full time

Great opportunity for a professional packaging Business Development Manager to come and join one of the fastest growing packaging manufacturers in the UK who are part of a global group with over 170 locations across 20 countries.

BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £55,000

BENEFITS:
· 20% Annual Bonus
· Company Car
· Contributory Pension
· Mobile
· 25 Days Annual Leave plus Stats

LOCATION: West Midlands

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Birmingham, Stoke, Walsall, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Coventry, Leicester, Worcester

JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager Key Account Manager - Packaging Solutions

After undergoing a strategic business review, we are now looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team to strengthen our West Midlands sales team. Reporting to the Head of Sales, you will be responsible for the management of a number of accounts, as well as some new business across the region. You will be targeting all market sectors across the West Midlands.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager Key Account Manager - Packaging Solutions

As our Business Development Manager, you will be required to:
· Deliver new business sales in line with areas capabilities
· Manage the existing clients and build on the relationships within the area
· Maintain a sales pipeline and update regularly
· Cross sell to existing and new customers for all the company sites
· Achieve the agreed New Business Target, as well as the management of accounts
· Plan and overseenew market initiatives
· Develop goals for the development team and business growth

PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager Key Account Manager - Packaging Solutions

We are interested in hearing from career minded experienced individuals with a proven track record of success in a sales role. Ideally, this will be from within the packaging industry, preferably Heavy Duty or Timber, but we will also consider applications from other sectors including; supplies, flexible or cartons

You will also:
· Have a proven track record of success with both new business and account management
· Have superb communication and presentation skills
· Possess excellent organisational skills
· Be self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on high quality and business profit.
· Be ambitious, credible, and comfortable in dealing with both internal and external contacts.
· Need to be reliable, tolerant, and determined.
· Be an empathic communicator, well presented and business like.

THE COMPANY:

With the backing of one of the Far Easts largest packaging companies, my client delivers high quality and service-oriented packaging to the global market.

We are a part of a global network with more than 170 locations in over 20 countries worldwide. Globally we are traditionally known for heavy duty packaging solutions, but in the UK and Europe, we also specialise in conventional corrugated, timber, plastics, foams and steels packaging solutions.

PROSPECTS:

This role offers significant opportunity for an ambitious, experienced professional with a desire to develop their career with a growing and forward-thinking company and group with a track record and plans for strong growth.

We want someone who is driven to succeed and looking for an opportunity to work within a multinational organisation that offers extensive freedom of action and which has room to invest and very ambitious plans.

Why join this Company?

· The opportunity to join a very large multinational organisation
· They have an active policy of promotion from within, and offer the genuine opportunity to develop your career
· This position will be challenging but also tremendously rewarding. Coaching, mentoring and training are an integral part of our culture
· A first-class remuneration package including a highly competitive salary, bonus, pension, and other benefits normally associated with an international group.

INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.

Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.

Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct.

REF: IP18120, Wallace Hind Selection

Business Development Manager

LE1 Leicester, East Midlands Wallace Hind Selection LTD

Posted 6 days ago

Job Description

full time

Great opportunity for a professional packaging Business Development Manager to come and join one of the fastest growing packaging manufacturers in the UK who are part of a global group with over 170 locations across 20 countries.

BASIC SALARY: £50,000 - £55,000

BENEFITS:
· 20% Annual Bonus
· Company Car
· Contributory Pension
· Mobile
· 25 Days Annual Leave plus Stats

LOCATION: West Midlands

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Birmingham, Stoke, Walsall, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Coventry, Leicester, Worcester

JOB DESCRIPTION: Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager Key Account Manager - Packaging Solutions

After undergoing a strategic business review, we are now looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team to strengthen our West Midlands sales team. Reporting to the Head of Sales, you will be responsible for the management of a number of accounts, as well as some new business across the region. You will be targeting all market sectors across the West Midlands.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager Key Account Manager - Packaging Solutions

As our Business Development Manager, you will be required to:
· Deliver new business sales in line with areas capabilities
· Manage the existing clients and build on the relationships within the area
· Maintain a sales pipeline and update regularly
· Cross sell to existing and new customers for all the company sites
· Achieve the agreed New Business Target, as well as the management of accounts
· Plan and overseenew market initiatives
· Develop goals for the development team and business growth

PERSON SPECIFICATION: Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager Key Account Manager - Packaging Solutions

We are interested in hearing from career minded experienced individuals with a proven track record of success in a sales role. Ideally, this will be from within the packaging industry, preferably Heavy Duty or Timber, but we will also consider applications from other sectors including; supplies, flexible or cartons

You will also:
· Have a proven track record of success with both new business and account management
· Have superb communication and presentation skills
· Possess excellent organisational skills
· Be self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on high quality and business profit.
· Be ambitious, credible, and comfortable in dealing with both internal and external contacts.
· Need to be reliable, tolerant, and determined.
· Be an empathic communicator, well presented and business like.

THE COMPANY:

With the backing of one of the Far Easts largest packaging companies, my client delivers high quality and service-oriented packaging to the global market.

We are a part of a global network with more than 170 locations in over 20 countries worldwide. Globally we are traditionally known for heavy duty packaging solutions, but in the UK and Europe, we also specialise in conventional corrugated, timber, plastics, foams and steels packaging solutions.

PROSPECTS:

This role offers significant opportunity for an ambitious, experienced professional with a desire to develop their career with a growing and forward-thinking company and group with a track record and plans for strong growth.

We want someone who is driven to succeed and looking for an opportunity to work within a multinational organisation that offers extensive freedom of action and which has room to invest and very ambitious plans.

Why join this Company?

· The opportunity to join a very large multinational organisation
· They have an active policy of promotion from within, and offer the genuine opportunity to develop your career
· This position will be challenging but also tremendously rewarding. Coaching, mentoring and training are an integral part of our culture
· A first-class remuneration package including a highly competitive salary, bonus, pension, and other benefits normally associated with an international group.

INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.

Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.

Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct.

REF: IP18120, Wallace Hind Selection

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Business Development Manager

Posted 7 days ago

Job Description

full time

Business Development Manager
Hospitality SaaS
£30–40k + Uncapped Commission (OTE £0k+)
Remote: East Midlands, Yorkshire, North West

Worked in hospitality or sold into it?

Keen to take a smart, in-demand tech product to market and earn big while doing it?

We’re representing a fast-growing software business that’s shaking up the way hospitality venues take payments and manage orders. With a newly launchedmobile point-of-sale and payment solution, they’re making life easier for independent pubs, cafés, food vendors, and caterers across the UK.

They’re now scaling their sales team – and looking for a people-focusedField Sales Executiveto coverthe Midlands, Yorkshire, and North West.

What’s the role?

You’ll be on the ground driving new business – introducing the product, running demos, closing deals, and supporting customers through onboarding. You’ll own your patch, work flexibly, and be instrumental in shaping this company’s UK growth.

Expect a mix of quick wins and long-term pipeline building, backed by a team that knows how to support their people without micromanaging

What’s in it for you?

• Full ownership of your patch – flexible, field-based role
• Straightforward product with clear benefits –no hard sell
• Down-to-earth culture with solid support and a quick decision-making process

Who are we looking for?

You might have experience insales, payments, EPoS, orhospitality operations— what matters most is your energy, initiative, and ability to build trust quickly.

• Sales or customer-facing experience (field, B2B, retail or hospitality)
• A good grasp of how hospitality businesses work
• Confident self-starter, ideally based in theMidlands, Yorkshire or North West
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car
• Experience with hospitality tech, SaaS, payments, or point-of-sale is a bonus – but it’s not a dealbreaker.

Interviews are happening now – it’s a fast, two-stage process.

Sound like your kind of move?Apply todayand I’ll be in touch with more info.

Business Development Manager

CV1 Coventry, West Midlands Oak Recruitment

Posted 13 days ago

Job Description

full time

Are you a successful sales person who enjoys dealing with businesses? I have a fantastic opportunity that might be perfect for you.

Salary is between 32k - 38k (depending on experience)

+ Bonus (5 figures paid yearly)

My ambitious growing client is currently looking to add a Business Development Manager to their team. This is an opportunity to work with businesses globally, growing your network and expanding your horizons.

The role will involve pitching, souring and closing companies at all levels, mainly over the phone but with some opportunity to travel nationally and internationally.

The Sales Executive is responsible for driving the sales process to potential clients. It is essential in this role that the Business Development Manager undertakes responsibility to;

• Cold calling businesses internationally
• Create, maintain and grow relationships with new and existing clients
• To achieve set revenue targets, set by the Managing Director, on an annual basis
• Consistently achieve KPI's and targets
• Provide weekly sales reports
• Database management

The ideal candidate will:

• Have at least 2 years B2B sales experience
• Track record of exceeding sales targets
• Personable and outgoing

This is a great role with some international travel included, if you love Sales, then you should apply straight away.

At Oak Recruitment, we act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are committed to helping job seekers find their perfect role, and our team of recruitment specialists is here to support you every step of the way, from the application process through to interview preparation and beyond.

In addition to this role, we have a range of other opportunities available for candidates with different levels of experience and qualifications. If you are looking for a challenging new opportunity and want to take the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you.

Business Development Executive

Humberstone, East Midlands Employal

Posted 13 days ago

Job Description

full time

Business Development Executive

Tech Industry

Leicester, office based with free parking

Basic salary up to £28,000, with uncapped commission and realistic earnings of £40,000

If you are the kind of person who gets a buzz from the chase, thrives on opening doors, and lives for that next win, this could be your perfect role.

We are hiring a Business Development Executive to join a fast-growing tech company that is making serious waves in the industry. This is not just another sales job. This is an opportunity to build your career with a business that backs its people, rewards hard work, and gives you the tools to succeed.

Key duties of the role include:

• Making high-volume outbound calls to generate new business leads
• Engaging directly with decision makers across various industries
• Booking qualified appointments for product demonstrations
• Building and managing a pipeline of prospects
• Following up on leads and nurturing relationships through to handover
• Working closely with the wider sales team to ensure smooth transitions
• Maintaining accurate records of activity and progress using CRM systems
• Consistently hitting and exceeding targets and KPIs

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience in outbound sales or business development
• A confident, persuasive communicator who knows how to build rapport fast
• Someone who thrives in a target-driven environment and does not shy away from rejection
• A natural self-starter with the drive to exceed expectations
• Experience hunting for new business, not just managing accounts

Interested? Please click apply today!

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