Business Development Manager

Location: Cheltenham (2 days WFH)
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £45k + 20% bonus + exceptional benefits package

Job Description

We’re excited to be recruiting for a fast-growing, forward-thinking B Corp-certified organisation that’s making waves in the commercial insurance space. If you're motivated, results-driven and excited by the prospect of building meaningful client relationships in a dynamic environment, this could be the perfect role for you.

Our client is looking for a confident and energetic Business Development Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving business where you’ll play a key role in driving continued growth and success.

Key Responsibilities of a Business Development Manager

• Proactively prospect new clients through well-researched, personalised outreach across phone, email, LinkedIn and events

• Schedule and attend meetings with prospective clients, clearly communicating how the company’s services deliver real commercial value

• Represent the business with energy and professionalism at industry events, conferences and networking opportunities

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless experience for prospects and new clients

• Provide timely, consistent follow-up to ensure exceptional service and long-term relationship building

• Contribute to continuous improvement of sales processes and client experience

Key Skills of a Business Development Manager

• Proven experience in sales or business development, ideally within a B2B or service-led environment

• An analytical, inquisitive andtechnical mindset

• Strong communication and organisational skills, with a positive, reliable and detail-focused approach

• Confident building relationships with stakeholders at all levels

• Commercially minded, target-driven and self-motivated

• Willingness to learn, develop and take ownership of success

Benefits

• 20% bonus, paid quarterly

• Staff share scheme

• Wellness allowance

• Laptop, iPhone and any other equipment provided

• 30+ days holiday including your birthday off and Christmas shutdown (without using your allowance)

• 5% company pension contribution (minimum 3% from you)

• Access to top-quality training and support for CII qualifications

• Up to 10 volunteering days per year

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to katie.tyrrell@first-base.co.uk or call Katie on 01453 755330.

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