Business Development Manager

About the role

We are partnering with a highly creative product design and engineering consultancy that turns early‑stage ideas into fully engineered, manufacturable products. The Business Development Manager will own new‑business generation in a fast‑paced, design‑led environment where engineering, innovation and commercial thinking intersect.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and target new business opportunities across relevant industries.
• Generate leads through LinkedIn, networking, digital outreach and direct engagement.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified prospects.
• Engage senior decision‑makers and influence early‑stage commercial discussions.
• Qualify inbound and outbound leads, translate client needs into commercial opportunities, and support proposal creation.
• Develop trusted relationships with prospective and existing clients, acting as the first point of contact for new enquiries.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to refine go‑to‑market strategy, provide market insight and improve conversion rates.
• Progressively take ownership of proposal development and client presentations.

Required profile

• Proven experience in business development, sales or client acquisition.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify and convert opportunities.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Confidence engaging senior stakeholders and decision‑makers.
• Proactive, self‑motivated and results‑driven mindset.
• Ability to quickly understand technical or service‑led offerings.
• Desirable experience in engineering, design consultancy or technical services.

Required skills

• CRM systems
• LinkedIn Sales Navigator