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Business Development Manager
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Business Development Manager
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Business Development Manager based in the United Kingdom.
Join a fast-growing environment focused on connecting innovative startups with valuable funding opportunities through technology-driven solutions.
This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of business development, startups, and investment ecosystems.
- You will engage directly with founders, guide them through solutions that support their growth journey, and help build long-term client relationships.
- The position requires a strategic sales mindset combined with strong communication skills and a passion for emerging technologies.
- You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve outreach strategies, identify market opportunities, and drive business growth.
Working remotely, you will contribute to an international business environment with exposure to global markets and diverse stakeholders.
Accountabilities
The Business Development Manager will be responsible for:
- Driving customer acquisition.
- Managing relationships with startup founders.
- Developing strategies to expand business opportunities.
The role combines sales execution, market analysis, and partnership development to support growth objectives.
- Manage inbound leads generated through marketing activities and schedule meetings with international startup founders and potential clients.
- Present and explain platform solutions, demonstrating value and benefits to prospective customers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with prospects and existing clients to ensure satisfaction and long-term engagement.
- Develop and execute business development strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets.
- Collaborate with marketing teams to optimize campaigns, messaging, and lead-generation initiatives.
- Conduct market research to identify industry trends, new opportunities, and potential business risks.
- Maintain accurate CRM records, track sales activities, and monitor customer interactions throughout the sales cycle.
- Support clients throughout the onboarding journey and contribute to improving the overall customer experience.
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Requirements
The ideal candidate is an experienced business development professional with a strong understanding of B2B sales, startups, and investment-related environments. You should be comfortable working independently, managing international conversations, and building trust with entrepreneurial clients.
- 3+ years of experience in business development, sales, or a related managerial role with a proven ability to deliver growth results.
- Experience in startup ecosystems, investment banking, fundraising, or technology-driven businesses is highly valued.
- Strong negotiation, persuasion, and communication skills with the ability to influence decision-makers.
- Proven experience managing international B2B sales processes and client relationships.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with distributed teams.
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and business acumen.
- Passion for startups, technology, innovation, and fundraising ecosystems.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and evolving environment.
- Familiarity with CRM platforms and sales enablement tools.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package with an incentive-based compensation structure.
- Fully remote work opportunity with flexibility to manage your schedule.
- Opportunity to work with international clients and global startup ecosystems.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
- Chance to contribute to an innovative, technology-focused environment shaping the future of business connections.
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