Business Development Manager

Overview

Straight Forward Recruitment is a specialist, independent recruitment agency with a strong reputation for delivering results-driven recruitment solutions across East Anglia. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a high-performing sales professional to drive new business within our industrial division.

This is a pure new-business (“hunter”) role, suited to someone who excels at opening doors, winning new clients, and building a strong portfolio from the ground up. Recruitment experience is advantageous but not essential; we also welcome applications from B2B sales professionals within industrial, logistics, manufacturing, engineering, or similar sectors.

You will take ownership of new business generation and play a key role in expanding Straight Forward Recruitment's industrial client base.

• New business development through cold calling, email outreach, networking, and face-to-face meetings
• Building, managing, and consistently converting a healthy new-business pipeline
• Engaging decision-makers and positioning Straight Forward Recruitment as a trusted recruitment partner
• Contributing to the continued growth of the industrial division

• This role is driven by clear, achievable performance measures, including:
• Consistent monthly acquisition of new client accounts
• Maintaining strong outbound sales activity levels
• Building and managing a measurable and sustainable pipeline
• Meeting agreed monthly and quarterly revenue targets
• Developing repeat business and long-term client relationships
• Full KPI expectations will be clearly defined during onboarding and reviewed regularly.

• Proven success in a target-driven B2B sales role
• Demonstrable ability to win new clients and close deals
• Background in recruitment or related B2B sectors such as industrial, logistics, manufacturing, facilities, or engineering
• Strong commercial awareness and motivation to perform
• Confidence and resilience when working to targets
• Professional communication and credibility with senior stakeholders
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle

• Competitive basic salary of £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
• Uncapped commission with strong earning potential
• Autonomy to develop and grow your own client base
• Clear pathway into senior sales or divisional leadership roles
• Full support from an experienced recruitment delivery team

If you are a senior new-business sales professional who thrives in a KPI-led environment and wants strong earning potential with long-term progression, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and take ownership of your performance and success