Business Development Manager
CV-LibraryNationwidepermanentPosted: 2 April 2026
Apply NowClover Talent are supporting an established umbrella company and back-office service provider that delivers compliant payroll, employment administration, and invoicing services, alongside operational support for recruitment agencies and contractors. Our client is seeking a proactive and results-driven Business Development Manager to drive sales performance. The ideal candidate will focus on generating new business opportunities nationwide while nurturing and expanding relationships with existing clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Drive new business through proactive prospecting and structured sales activity
* Build relationships with new clients by assessing needs and producing commercial proposals
* Meet with prospective and existing clients face to face to strengthen partnerships
* Prepare and deliver product pitches and client presentations
* Develop market and sector knowledge, including competitor positioning and client buying drivers
* Create and execute sales plans to achieve and exceed monthly new business targets
* Work closely with sales and marketing teams to improve lead-generation effectiveness
* Represent the business at networking events, conferences, and industry forums
* Produce sales forecasts and manage pipeline activity to deliver against revenue objectives
* Maintain a strong working knowledge of company products, competitors, and value proposition
Skills & Experience Required
* Proven track record in umbrella payroll sales and account management
* Exceptional presentation skills with clear, confident, and persuasive communication
* High attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple workloads effectively
* Strong work ethic with a results-driven approach and a genuine commitment to adding value
* Solid IT skills, with Microsoft Office proficiency desirable
Benefits
* 22 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day on year 3, year 4, and year 5
* Half day annual leave on birthday
* Private medical care
* Full pension
Key Responsibilities
* Drive new business through proactive prospecting and structured sales activity
* Build relationships with new clients by assessing needs and producing commercial proposals
* Meet with prospective and existing clients face to face to strengthen partnerships
* Prepare and deliver product pitches and client presentations
* Develop market and sector knowledge, including competitor positioning and client buying drivers
* Create and execute sales plans to achieve and exceed monthly new business targets
* Work closely with sales and marketing teams to improve lead-generation effectiveness
* Represent the business at networking events, conferences, and industry forums
* Produce sales forecasts and manage pipeline activity to deliver against revenue objectives
* Maintain a strong working knowledge of company products, competitors, and value proposition
Skills & Experience Required
* Proven track record in umbrella payroll sales and account management
* Exceptional presentation skills with clear, confident, and persuasive communication
* High attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple workloads effectively
* Strong work ethic with a results-driven approach and a genuine commitment to adding value
* Solid IT skills, with Microsoft Office proficiency desirable
Benefits
* 22 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day on year 3, year 4, and year 5
* Half day annual leave on birthday
* Private medical care
* Full pension