Business Development Manager

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and ambitious Business Development Manager to join a fast-growing digital business at the forefront of AI-driven branding. This is a pivotal role for a commercially minded individual who thrives on taking new, innovative services to market.

The Role

• Take ownership of a ground-breaking AI service, introducing it to new and existing clients.
• Develop and execute a business development strategy in collaboration with senior leadership, aimed at rapidly expanding market presence and client base.
• Generate new business opportunities through marketing activity, networking, events and direct outreach.
• Lead consultative discussions with prospective clients, identifying needs, building proposals and closing deals.
• Play a key role in building a high-performing sales function — the plan is to grow a team of five within the next 18 months, with the successful candidate stepping into a Sales Director position.
• Progression and earning potential are significant; performance directly influences both package and future leadership opportunities.

Key Requirements

We’re looking for a driven, intelligent and confident professional who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on sales execution.

You should be:

• Experienced in business development, ideally within a digital or marketing focused environment.
• Quick to grasp new technology and AI-based solutions.
• A confident and persuasive communicator, capable of running high-level consultative discussions.
• Highly literate with excellent written English and strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Word, able to create polished presentations and proposals.
• Exceptionally organised, capable of managing multiple leads and marketing activities simultaneously.
• Ambitious and self-motivated, eager to make a tangible impact and grow into a leadership role.
• Familiarity with digital marketing (SEO, PPC, analytics) or AI concepts would be an advantage.