Overview
Business Development Manager – Leicester, with hybrid working available after probation. 30,000-35,000p.a. depending on experience, plus 3K car allowance & uncapped bonus
Company
We are recruiting on behalf of a high-profile organisation who are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager within their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving new partnership revenue and shaping how brands engage within a premium sporting environment. Working closely with internal teams across marketing, communications, and partnerships delivery, you will help bring commercial rights to life while building long-term, meaningful relationships with partners.
Role & Responsibilities
- Drive new partnership revenue by identifying, developing, and securing commercial opportunities across key sectors
- Proactively generate leads and build a strong pipeline through targeted outreach, networking, and industry engagement
- Develop creative, insight-led partnership proposals aligned to brand objectives and commercial goals
- Deliver compelling presentations and confidently communicate complex partnership opportunities
- Build and nurture relationships with prospective and existing partners to maximise long-term value
- Collaborate with internal teams to support the successful delivery and activation of partnership rights
- Engage partners and prospects at matchdays, events, and networking opportunities
- Monitor market trends and the wider sponsorship landscape to identify new opportunities and maintain competitive advantage
About You
- Proven experience in business development, sponsorship sales, or consultative commercial roles
- Track record of securing high-value partnerships, including six-figure agreements
- Strong relationship management skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Commercially astute with excellent analytical and strategic thinking ability
- Confident presenter with strong communication skills
- Highly organised, able to manage multiple opportunities and priorities simultaneously
- Experience using CRM systems to manage pipelines and partner relationships
- Understanding of partnership activation and sponsorship measurement is desirable
- Passion for sport with a proactive, energetic, and professional approach
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Additional Benefits
- Car allowance
- Hybrid working after probation
- Free on site car parking
- Fantastic, supportive team
- Excellent Networking opportunities
- Pension
- 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
We look forward to hearing from you.
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