Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Location: London

Salary: Up to £70,000 + commission

A growing business is looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to help shape the next phase of its growth journey.

This is not a role for someone looking to inherit a large team or an established pipeline. Instead, it is an opportunity for an entrepreneurial sales professional who enjoys building relationships, creating opportunities, and generating revenue through their own network and business development expertise.

The business is at an exciting stage of its evolution, with ambitious growth plans and a clear vision for the future. Revenue is already established, but the focus now is on accelerating growth, expanding market presence, and building a strong foundation for long-term success.

The Role:

Support the growth of the business through proactive business development and relationship buildingLeverage an existing network to identify and secure new commercial opportunitiesBuild and manage a strong pipeline of prospective clients and partnersDevelop strategic relationships across key sectors and decision-makersLead conversations from initial introduction through to negotiation and closeWork closely with senior leadership to shape the commercial strategyProvide market insight and identify new routes to revenue growthRepresent the business at industry events, networking functions, and client meetingsHelp establish the foundations for future sales team growth as the business expands

The Person:

Currently operating in a Business Development Manager, Senior Business Development Manager, or similar commercial roleStrong track record of personally generating revenue and winning new business in a corporate catering environmentWell-connected with an established professional network and proven relationship-building skillsEntrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a growing business environmentComfortable creating opportunities from scratch rather than relying on inbound leadsCommercially astute with strong negotiation and influencing skillsSelf-motivated, resilient, and driven by growth and successLooking for an opportunity where their impact can be seen directly in the performance of the business

Get in touch: Kate@corecruitment.com