Business Development Manager
CV-LibraryLondon, ENG, GBpermanentPosted: 10 September 2026
Apply NowTop Recruit is working with a global events company who are hiring a Business Development Manager based in London. This isn't a transactional, high-volume cold calling role, it is a highly strategic, consultative role selling high-value sponsorship packages to C-level executives.
What You’ll Be Doing
Hunting and closing new business by mapping out senior stakeholders across global brands.
Taking a deep-dive, consultative approach to understand client marketing goals and building bespoke partnership proposals.
Pitching, negotiating, and closing high-value sponsorship contracts.
Network with clients face-to-face at major live events.
What We Need From You
Successful Sales Track Record of 2-3 years (B2B or B2C)
Education: Degree required. A background or degree in Life Sciences is a huge bonus.
Mindset: You are consultative, ask smart questions, and know how to build value rather than just pushing for a quick close.
What’s In It For You?
Strong base salary + brilliant uncapped commission structure.
Proper, structured sales training and clear paths to promotion.
Dynamic team culture, hybrid working, and great office perks
What You’ll Be Doing
Hunting and closing new business by mapping out senior stakeholders across global brands.
Taking a deep-dive, consultative approach to understand client marketing goals and building bespoke partnership proposals.
Pitching, negotiating, and closing high-value sponsorship contracts.
Network with clients face-to-face at major live events.
What We Need From You
Successful Sales Track Record of 2-3 years (B2B or B2C)
Education: Degree required. A background or degree in Life Sciences is a huge bonus.
Mindset: You are consultative, ask smart questions, and know how to build value rather than just pushing for a quick close.
What’s In It For You?
Strong base salary + brilliant uncapped commission structure.
Proper, structured sales training and clear paths to promotion.
Dynamic team culture, hybrid working, and great office perks