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Posted 21 July, 2026

Business Development Manager

Helm Recruit Limited
Wolverhampton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Business Development Manager

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£40,000 Basic Salary | OTE £70,000+ | Remote/Field Based

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Are you a driven business development professional who thrives on opening doors, creating opportunities, and winning new business?

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We're working with a well-established and growing UK manufacturer that is investing heavily in its sales team and looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to accelerate growth across a thriving B2B market.

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This is a genuine hunter role where success comes from identifying opportunities, building strong commercial relationships, and converting prospects into long-term customers.

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The Opportunity

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You'll take ownership of developing new business opportunities across the UK, working with a range of manufacturing, fabrication and installation businesses.

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This is a varied role combining prospecting, relationship building, customer visits, networking and industry events. You'll have the freedom to develop your own pipeline while being supported by a respected business with a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans.

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What You'll Be Doing

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  • Generating and developing new business opportunities, identifying decision-makers and building relationships from scratch
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  • Managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through to closing deals
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  • Growing accounts by introducing additional products and services
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  • Attending customer meetings, industry exhibitions and networking events
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  • Maintaining an accurate and active CRM pipeline
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  • Building a strong market presence within your territory
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  • Delivering against agreed sales targets and growth objectives
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What We're Looking For

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  • Proven success in a B2B business development or sales role
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  • Strong track record of winning new business
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  • Confident prospecting and engaging with senior decision-makers
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  • A proactive, self-motivated and resilient approach
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  • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
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  • Strong pipeline management and CRM discipline
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  • Ability to work independently and manage your own territory
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What's On Offer

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  • £40,000 basic salary - Realistic OTE of £70,000+
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  • Uncapped earning potential
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  • Company pension
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  • Ongoing training and development
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  • Career progression opportunities within a growing business
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  • Hybrid working with flexibility around location
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  • Midlands office access required as needed for meetings and collaboration
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If you're an ambitious salesperson looking for a role where your efforts directly influence your earnings and career progression, we'd love to hear from you