×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Business Development Manager

Job in Preston, Lancashire, PR1, England, UK
Listing for: LJ Recruitment
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Business Development, Business Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 48000 - 56000 GBP Yearly GBP 48000.00 56000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Business Development Manager

Hybrid UK-Based 48,000 - 56,000 Basic + 18,000 OTE

I'm currently partnering with a growing leadership and culture consultancy to recruit a Business Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected organisation that works with clients to strengthen leadership capability, improve organisational culture, and drive sustainable business performance.

The business has established a strong reputation within the leadership and organisational development space and is now looking to expand its commercial team. They're seeking an ambitious and relationship-focused business development professional who can help generate new opportunities, build trusted client relationships, and contribute to continued growth.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you'll play a key role in identifying and developing new business opportunities across a range of sectors. You'll be engaging with HR leaders, Learning & Development professionals, People Directors, and senior business stakeholders, helping organisations access solutions that create meaningful and lasting change.

The organisation is open to both full-time and part-time applicants and offers a flexible, hybrid working environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Qualify and convert inbound leads generated through marketing activity and referrals.
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities aligned with consultancy services.
  • Build and maintain relationships with senior HR, People, and business leaders.
  • Generate opportunities through networking, referrals, and proactive business development activity.
  • Collaborate with consultants to create proposals, presentations, and client pitches.
  • Manage and maintain an active sales pipeline.
  • Work closely with external partners and suppliers to support lead generation initiatives.
  • Represent the business professionally at meetings, networking events, and industry forums.
What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience in business development, sales, partnerships, or client acquisition.
  • Experience with in consultancy, leadership development, organisational development, learning and development, HR services, or a related sector.
  • Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
  • Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
  • A self-starter who can work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
What's on Offer
  • Basic salary of 48,000 - 56,000.
  • Commission structure with 18,000 on-target earnings.
  • Flexible working arrangements, including part-time opportunities.
  • Hybrid working model.
  • Opportunity to join a growing and values-led consultancy.
  • Direct exposure to senior leadership and the ability to influence business growth.
  • Supportive and collaborative culture with genuine opportunities for professional development.

If you're a commercially minded business development professional who enjoys building relationships and wants to work with an organisation making a genuine impact on leadership and organisational culture, I'd be keen to speak with you.

Note that applications are not being accepted from your jurisdiction for this job currently via this jobsite. Candidate preferences are the decision of the Employer or Recruiting Agent, and are controlled by them alone.
To Search, View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap here to make a Search:
 
 
 
Search for further Jobs Here:
(Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
Location
Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)
0
200
Filters
Education Level
Experience Level (years)
Posted in last:
Salary