Business Development Manager

A fast-growing digital agency is looking for a Business Development Manager to spearhead growth across its digital services offering. This is a commercially driven, hands-on role suited to someone with solid agency new business experience and a strong grasp of digital marketing solutions.

You’ll partner closely with senior leadership to uncover, qualify, and convert opportunities, owning the full sales process and building long-term relationships with senior-level clients.

Role: Business Development Manager

Salary: £48,000 to £52,000 + OTE

Location: Manchester | Hybrid (3 days onsite)

What you’ll be doing:

• Generating new business opportunities across digital services including Paid Media, SEO, Website Development, and Email Marketing
• Managing the end-to-end sales cycle, from outreach and qualification to pitching and closing
• Building, maintaining, and progressing a healthy pipeline of quality prospects
• Developing relationships with senior stakeholders such as Heads of Digital and Marketing Directors
• Working closely with internal digital specialists to shape effective, commercially sound solutions
• Representing the agency at industry events, networking meetups, and conferences
• Producing accurate forecasts for pipeline health and revenue performance
• Consistently hitting monthly and quarterly revenue targets

What you’ll need:

• Proven experience winning new business within a digital or advertising agency environment
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels and service offerings
• Evidence of meeting and exceeding revenue targets
• Confidence engaging with senior decision-makers and building credibility quickly
• A self-motivated, commercially minded approach with strong negotiation skills

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary plus a strong commission structure
• Hybrid working with three days a week in the Manchester office
• Clear opportunities for progression as the agency continues to expand
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative, ambitious culture
• Attractive benefits package including bonuses, flexible working, and personal development support

If you're a driven business development specialist passionate about digital marketing, this role offers a brilliant opportunity to play a key part in a growing agency’s success.