At a Glance
- Tasks: Identify and develop new business opportunities in a dynamic digital environment.
- Company: Join a leading digital design and marketing agency in County Durham.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, commission, hybrid working, and fantastic staff perks.
- Other info: Exciting career growth in a fast-paced, creative atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make meaningful connections and turn conversations into lasting partnerships.
- Qualifications: Experience in digital products and a consultative sales approach.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
Central Employment is delighted to work in partnership with one of the North East's most established digital, design and marketing agencies. The agency seeks a Business Development Manager to strengthen its Marketing and Business Development function and will report to the Business Development Director. County Durham based, hybrid working after probation period. £30,000-£35,000 DOE + commission and excellent staff perks.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys meeting new people, thrives in a fast‑paced digital, creative environment and is motivated by the challenge of turning first conversations into long‑term partnerships. You’ll spend your time researching potential clients, crafting personalised outreach, attending events and building genuine relationships that lead to new converted opportunities.
Responsibilities:- Identifying new business opportunities across key industries, platforms and network.
- Reaching out to prospects via email, LinkedIn, calls and other innovative channels.
- Qualifying leads and booking discovery calls to open new relationships.
- Crafting tailored outreach messages and short‑form copy that cuts through the noise.
- Setting up and attending meetings online and in person with full Director support.
- Attending selected networking events, conferences and local business gatherings to build connections and grow your personal network.
- Acting as a friendly, confident first point of contact for prospective clients.
- Maintaining an accurate, organised CRM with all lead activity, interactions and follow‑up.
- Working closely with Directors to nurture high‑value leads and progress opportunities.
- Supporting wider marketing activity to fuel campaigns that attract and convert prospective clients.
- Sourcing and attending appropriate networking events, exhibitions and opportunities – sometimes alone and sometimes with a Director.
- Tracking engagement and testing new outreach approaches to improve results.
- Sharing insights on lead quality, messaging and channel performance.
- Playing an active role in shaping and improving our business development strategy.
- Experience with digital products such as websites, SEO, digital marketing services or sold B2B Tech/software solutions, ideally 2+ years.
- Background in solution selling.
- A consultative approach to new business opportunities.
- Familiarity with HubSpot or similar CRM platforms.
- Confidence using LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo or similar prospecting tools.
- Ability to write sharp, engaging outreach copy.
- A goal‑driven mindset with a hunger to succeed.
Business Development Manager (Digital/Web) in North East employer: Central Employment
Join one of the North East's leading digital, design and marketing agencies as a Business Development Manager, where you'll thrive in a dynamic and creative environment. With a strong focus on employee growth, hybrid working options after probation, and a competitive salary package including commission and excellent staff perks, this role offers a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships and drive business success. The supportive work culture encourages innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for motivated individuals looking to make a significant impact.
