Head of Business Development

Job Title: Head of Business Development
Location: Bishop's Stortford
Salary: £45,000 basic + £12,000 bonus
Term: Permanent

Are you a dynamic and emotionally intelligent business development professional with a proven track record in B2C sales? Do you have the drive to build lasting relationships and deliver tangible results?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Business Development to join a forward-thinking organisation providing solutions across the education sector including cutting edge AI-driven offerings. This is a pivotal role where you ll drive growth and make a measurable impact, working as part of the senior management team.
Key Responsibilities for the Head of Business Development position:

• Proactive Lead Development: Take a hands-on approach to following up on leads and generating your own pipeline, supported by a skilled marketing team.
• Customer Engagement: Build trust and lasting relationships with decision-makers across the education sector.
• Strategic Growth: Contribute to achieving a £400,000 business target, focusing on creating and executing effective strategies.
• Collaboration: Leverage data from email marketing campaigns and exhibitions to identify opportunities and convert leads.
• Brand Representation: Attend key exhibitions, focusing on generating referrals and promoting solutions to new audiences.

What We re Looking For in the Head of Business Development role:

• B2C Sales Expertise: A strong background in consumer sales, such as e-commerce, consumer technology, financial services, or similar industries.
• Emotional Intelligence: Confidence in engaging with decision-makers and customers, adapting your approach to build rapport and trust.
• Results-Driven: Proven ability to meet or exceed ambitious targets,
• Strategic Thinking: A proactive mindset, constantly seeking new ways to improve and grow the business.
• Leadership Skills: Oversee and guide a marketing team of two to maximise lead generation and campaign success.
• Tech Proficiency: Experience using CRM systems

What s on Offer for the Head of Business Development role:

• £45,000 basic salary + £12,000 bonus.
• Parking space at the office.
• Opportunity to work across innovative sectors including AI.
• A chance to make a real impact within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

This is a unique opportunity to join an ambitious but well established business with a focus on innovative platforms. If you have the expertise, drive, and passion to help my client reach their goals, we d love to hear from you.
Apply now to take the next step in your career!