Job Title: Business Development Manager Salary: £40,000 - £43,000 DOE Location: St Albans Contract: Full time Monday to Friday, six month contract We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager. This role is pivotal in driving growth and expanding our client's market presence. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in business development, with a proven ability to identify new opportunities and build lasting relationships with clients. You will be responsible for developing strategic initiatives that align with the organisational goals. Duties Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research and networking. Develop and maintain relationships with potential clients, partners, and stakeholders. Create and implement strategic business development plans to achieve company objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on business strategies. Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to prospective clients. Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform business strategies. Utilise software tools for tracking leads, managing client relationships, and reporting on progress. Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients to secure profitable deals. Experience Proven experience in business development and development of strategic partnerships is essential Strong understanding of sales processes and methodologies. Proficiency in using CRM software, and Microsoft Office Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. Excellent negotiation skills, with experience of exceeding sales targets. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong analytical skills. If you are passionate about driving growth and have the skills we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application. Thank you for your interest in working with Recruitment Index. Since 2020 Recruitment Index have been working with fantastic talent across the Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and London area. Due to the high volume of applications it is not always possible to get back to each applicant with individual feedback. However, your application will be reviewed within the next 3-5 working days. Unfortunately, if you do not hear from us you will have been unsuccessful on this occasion however, we will keep you informed of any changes. This advertisement has been posted by Recruitment Index as an employment agency on behalf of our client