Business Development Manager – Manchester – Market Research/Fieldwork Agency – Up to £40k Salary plus Commission
We are currently partnered with a boutique and thriving fieldwork agency who have a thriving culture and lots of career progression to offer. They are seeking a Business Development Manager to join their supportive team.
The Role
For this role you will be responsible for:
- Business Development & Sales: Identify, target, and secure new UK market research clients (healthcare, B2B, B2C, social). Develop sales plans, build pipeline, create proposals, pitch services, and identify growth opportunities. Collaborate with project teams.
- Client Onboarding & Handover: Ensure seamless client onboarding and structured handover to fieldwork teams.
- Tenders: Manage the full tender process (preparation, submission, follow-up). Develop proposals, gather information, meet deadlines, track outcomes, and build stakeholder relationships.
- Research Focus: Attend events, understand services/competition, and stay informed on industry trends and regulations.
You
For this role you will need:
- Proven business development and sales experience, preferably in market research
- Proficient in qualitative and quantitative research methods
- Experienced in identifying and responding to research tenders
- Excellent communicator, negotiator, and presenter
- Familiar with industry regulations
What should you do next?
This Business Development role is one not to be missed; it encompasses the opportunity to work with a boutique and fast growing field work agency. To discuss this role further or to find out about other roles I’m currently working on, please get in touch or hit apply to submit your current CV.
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