business Development Manager

Business Development Manager
Location: Wolverhampton (50/50 office based and field-based with travel)
Salary: £35,000 + Uncapped Commission
Hours: 35 hours per week
Requirements: Must have own transport

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Business Development Manager to join a well-established business support organisation that plays a pivotal role in helping companies across the region grow, connect and succeed.

This organisation is going through an exciting period of modernisation and expansion. They are now seeking a high-performing, commercially minded individual to focus on new business growth and bring fresh energy to their membership acquisition strategy.

This is a proactive, consultative sales role responsible for attracting new members and building strong relationships with key decision-makers across the region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Generating and converting high-quality leads

• Engaging with CEOs, Managing Directors and senior stakeholders

• Building and managing a strong sales pipeline using the CRM

• Delivering compelling presentations and value-led proposals

• Identifying growth sectors and new opportunities

• Representing the organisation at events, exhibitions and networking forums

• Consistently achieving and exceeding new business targets

• Ensuring smooth handover of new members to the wider team

This role suits someone confident, persuasive and ambitious—someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and thrives on winning new business.

• Proven B2B sales or business development experience

• A strong track record of achieving and exceeding targets

• Confident presenting to and engaging senior decision-makers

• Excellent communication, negotiation and closing skills

• Strong planning, organisation and pipeline management abilities

• Professional, credible approach with strong relationship-building skills

• Motivated, resilient and commercially aware

• Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle (business insurance required)

Experience within membership, subscription-based or business support services is desirable but not essential.

• £35,000 basic salary

• Uncapped commission structure

• 35-hour working week

• Opportunity to represent a respected regional organisation

• Career development and ongoing training

• Varied and rewarding role with strong regional presence