Business Development Manager – UK & Ireland UK & Ireland (Field-Based) | Weekly Office Presence in Southend-on-Sea | Occasional Travel to Europe Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Competitive Bonus Structure- uncapped 1 car allowance Our client is a market-leader expanding their UK & Ireland operations and looking for a self-motivated sales professional to drive business growth. As Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in managing existing client relationships while proactively seeking out new business opportunities. This is a field-based role, requiring regular travel across the UK & Ireland, with a weekly presence at the Southend-on-Sea office and occasional travel to Europe. Key Responsibilities Account Management (50%) Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling to increase revenue Provide exceptional customer service and technical support Ensure regular contact with clients to address needs and maintain satisfactionNew Business Development (50%) Identify and target new customers within the UK & Ireland Generate leads through cold calling, networking, and industry events Present and sell solutions, tailoring proposals to client needs Meet or exceed sales targets and KPIsCollaboration & Reporting Attend weekly team meetings at the Southend office to share updates and market insights Provide regular feedback on customer needs, market trends, and competitor activity Work closely with other departments to ensure smooth order fulfilment and project deliveryTravel Regular travel across the UK and Ireland to meet clients and prospects Occasional travel to Europe for team meetings, training, and product updatesSkills & Experience Required Proven track record in business development, account management, and sales within the B2B sector