Business Development Manager

Job Title:

Business Development Manager

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and driven individual to join our team as a Business Development Manager. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with clients and partners, and driving revenue growth for the company.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a strategy to drive new business acquisition and revenue growth
• Identify and target potential clients and partners through research and networking
• Build strong relationships with existing and new clients to ensure ongoing business and referrals
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the company’s services and capabilities, as well as the competitive landscape
• Collaborate with the larger PR team to develop and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals
• Manage the end-to-end pitch process, from initial outreach to contract negotiation and closing
• Track and report on client identification pipeline and other outreach towards revenue targets
• Attend industry events and conferences to build relationships and stay up-to-date on trends and best practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field
• Proven track record of success in a business development or sales role, preferably in a PR agency or related industry
• Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills
• Excellent relationship building and networking abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of the PR industry and current trends and best practices.