Business Development Manager
Business Development Manager - Insurance Sector
Base Salary: Up to 40,000 + Commission + Benefits
OTE: 70,000 Year 1 Six-figure earnings achievable in Year 2
Hours: 37.5-hour working week
Location: Manchester City Centre Hybrid working available post-probation
Manchester Staff are delighted to be exclusively partnering a key player and well-established brand within the insurance sector, known for its strong market presence, excellent reputation, and high-performance culture.
Despite operating in a traditionally corporate industry, the business offers a modern, energetic, and people-first environment where success is celebrated and personality is encouraged.
Their office space is widely regarded as one of the best in the city, an impressive, open-plan environment with a vibrant atmosphere, terrace spaces, and social areas that reflect the company's forward-thinking culture.
The team itself is high performing, collaborative, and stable, with very low attrition-creating a positive, supportive environment where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven B2B sales professional, either from within insurance or another sector, who is looking to step into a lucrative, fast-paced industry with genuine long-term earning potential.
The Opportunity
As a Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for generating new business, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth across your territory. You'll join a supportive, high-energy team where performance is rewarded and progression is encouraged.
You'll be engaging directly with business leaders, both face-to-face and over the phone, so confidence, credibility, and strong interpersonal skills are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively generate and win new B2B business
Build and manage a strong sales pipeline
Engage confidently with senior decision-makers
Develop long-term client relationships
Understand client needs and provide tailored insurance solutions
Consistently achieve and exceed revenue targets
Work closely with internal teams to deliver excellent client outcomes
About You
Proven B2B sales experience (sector-agnostic backgrounds welcome)
Not limited to product or service-based selling backgrounds
Insurance experience is beneficial but not essential
Confident communicating with business leaders in person and over the phone
High levels of emotional intelligence and commercial awareness
Highly motivated, competitive, and target-driven
Ambitious with a strong desire to earn and progress quickly
Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
What's on Offer
Base salary up to 40,000
Year 1 OTE: 70,000
Uncapped earning potential
Six-figure earnings achievable by Year 2
37.5-hour working week
Hybrid working model after probation
Industry-leading training programme with a 3 week structured induction
Clear progression opportunities
Monthly and quarterly team incentives
European city break rewards
Summer "work from the balcony" days
Monthly socials, BBQs, and summer terrace parties
Modern, open-plan office with premium facilities
Full benefits package
Ready to Apply?
If you're a high-performing sales professional looking for a fresh challenge in a lucrative and fast-moving industry with uncapped, six-figure earning potential this could be the ideal next step.
Interviews are happening now, don't miss the chance to take the next step in your sales career.
Manchester Staff acts as an employment agency and employment business. We welcome applications from candidates of all ages. By applying, you consent to us storing your details for the purpose of matching you with suitable opportunities.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Base Salary: Up to 40,000 + Commission + Benefits
OTE: 70,000 Year 1 Six-figure earnings achievable in Year 2
Hours: 37.5-hour working week
Location: Manchester City Centre Hybrid working available post-probation
Manchester Staff are delighted to be exclusively partnering a key player and well-established brand within the insurance sector, known for its strong market presence, excellent reputation, and high-performance culture.
Despite operating in a traditionally corporate industry, the business offers a modern, energetic, and people-first environment where success is celebrated and personality is encouraged.
Their office space is widely regarded as one of the best in the city, an impressive, open-plan environment with a vibrant atmosphere, terrace spaces, and social areas that reflect the company's forward-thinking culture.
The team itself is high performing, collaborative, and stable, with very low attrition-creating a positive, supportive environment where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven B2B sales professional, either from within insurance or another sector, who is looking to step into a lucrative, fast-paced industry with genuine long-term earning potential.
The Opportunity
As a Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for generating new business, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth across your territory. You'll join a supportive, high-energy team where performance is rewarded and progression is encouraged.
You'll be engaging directly with business leaders, both face-to-face and over the phone, so confidence, credibility, and strong interpersonal skills are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively generate and win new B2B business
Build and manage a strong sales pipeline
Engage confidently with senior decision-makers
Develop long-term client relationships
Understand client needs and provide tailored insurance solutions
Consistently achieve and exceed revenue targets
Work closely with internal teams to deliver excellent client outcomes
About You
Proven B2B sales experience (sector-agnostic backgrounds welcome)
Not limited to product or service-based selling backgrounds
Insurance experience is beneficial but not essential
Confident communicating with business leaders in person and over the phone
High levels of emotional intelligence and commercial awareness
Highly motivated, competitive, and target-driven
Ambitious with a strong desire to earn and progress quickly
Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
What's on Offer
Base salary up to 40,000
Year 1 OTE: 70,000
Uncapped earning potential
Six-figure earnings achievable by Year 2
37.5-hour working week
Hybrid working model after probation
Industry-leading training programme with a 3 week structured induction
Clear progression opportunities
Monthly and quarterly team incentives
European city break rewards
Summer "work from the balcony" days
Monthly socials, BBQs, and summer terrace parties
Modern, open-plan office with premium facilities
Full benefits package
Ready to Apply?
If you're a high-performing sales professional looking for a fresh challenge in a lucrative and fast-moving industry with uncapped, six-figure earning potential this could be the ideal next step.
Interviews are happening now, don't miss the chance to take the next step in your sales career.
Manchester Staff acts as an employment agency and employment business. We welcome applications from candidates of all ages. By applying, you consent to us storing your details for the purpose of matching you with suitable opportunities.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person