Business Development manager
JOB_53763441125467Job type
PermanentLocation
GalwayWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SalesIndustry
Business or Management ConsultancyPay
Salary + Benefits
Business development manager
Your new company
You will be joining a forward‑thinking organisation that is focused on strategic growth and the development of strong client relationships. The company is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in service delivery. You will be part of a team that values collaboration, market insight, and high‑quality engagement with clients and partners.
Your new role
As the Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving new business growth and supporting the teams responsible for client engagement. This newly established position brings together market intelligence, client targeting, and opportunity management to ensure the business remains proactive and competitive within the market.
You will oversee the full business development lifecycle—from early project identification through to tender stage—ensuring the organisation remains well-informed, well-prepared, and strategically positioned. Your responsibilities will include:
- Tracking sector trends and gathering market intelligence to support strategic decision‑making.
- Developing and refining target client and sector strategies.
- Owning, maintaining, and optimising the CRM system and ensuring all leads, opportunities, and client engagements are accurately logged.
- Supporting teams with CRM adoption, including training and upskilling.
- Managing the complete opportunity pipeline and ensuring timely progression and updates.
- Producing regular reports and insights to guide leadership decisions.
- Monitoring industry activity and proactively identifying new business opportunities.
- Assisting teams in preparing high‑quality proposals, presentations, and case studies
What you'll need to succeed
As the Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving new business growth and supporting the teams responsible for client engagement. This newly established position brings together market intelligence, client targeting, and opportunity management to ensure the business remains proactive and competitive within the market.
You will oversee the full business development lifecycle—from early project identification through to tender stage—ensuring the organisation remains well-informed, well-prepared, and strategically positioned. Your responsibilities will include:
- Tracking sector trends and gathering market intelligence to support strategic decision‑making.
- Developing and refining target client and sector strategies.
- Owning, maintaining, and optimising the CRM system and ensuring all leads, opportunities, and client engagements are accurately logged.
- Supporting teams with CRM adoption, including training and upskilling.
- Managing the complete opportunity pipeline and ensuring timely progression and updates.
- Producing regular reports and insights to guide leadership decisions.
- Monitoring industry activity and proactively identifying new business opportunities.
- Assisting teams in preparing high‑quality proposals, presentations, and case studies.
What you'll get in return
You will have the opportunity to shape a new role within a growing organisation, influence strategic direction, and contribute directly to the company’s future success. You’ll join a supportive environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their impact in business development and take on a central operational role.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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