Job Title: Business Development Manager
Location: UK and Ireland
About Our client
Our client is a leading recruitment agency dedicated to providing exceptional staffing solutions to the NHS and private healthcare sectors across the UK. The company specializes in temporary, contractual, and permanent placements across various nursing specialties, offering competitive pay rates and salaries.
Job Summary:
The Business Development Manager will play a crucial role in driving growth by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the healthcare sector. This position requires a proactive and strategic individual with a proven track record in new business development. The successful candidate will be responsible for building relationships with potential clients, expanding our market presence, and achieving sales targets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Business Development Strategy:
Develop and implement a strategic business development plan to identify and secure new clients across the UK and Ireland. - Market Research:
Conduct thorough market research to identify potential clients and assess market trends, ensuring a competitive edge. - Client Engagement:
Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients, understanding their needs and offering tailored solutions. - Sales Pipeline Management:
Create and manage a robust sales pipeline, tracking progress and ensuring timely follow-up on leads. - Networking:
Attend industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote the company and generate new business leads. - Collaboration:
Work closely with internal teams, including marketing and operations, to align strategies and support client onboarding. - Performance Metrics:
Set and achieve sales targets, providing regular reports on progress and performance to senior management. - Proposal Development:
Prepare and deliver compelling proposals and presentations to prospective clients. - Feedback Loop:
Gather client feedback to enhance service offerings and improve client satisfaction.
Requirements:
- Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in new business development, preferably within the healthcare or recruitment sector. - Track Record:
Proven track record of successfully securing new clients and meeting or exceeding sales targets. - Communication Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. - Relationship Building:
Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on building long-term relationships. - Strategic Thinking:
Ability to think strategically and identify opportunities for growth in a competitive market. - Self-Motivated:
Highly self-motivated with a strong drive to achieve results. - Adaptability:
Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and client needs. - Technology Proficiency:
Proficient in using CRM systems such a Eclipse and other sales tools to manage client relationships and sales processes.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the growth of the company
How to Apply:
If you are a driven and ambitious professional with a passion for business development in the healthcare sector, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and achievements.
