Business Development Manager

Skills and abilities:

Excellent communication and organisation, with strong negotiation and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

What you’ll be doing:

Positions are available in a variety of businesses and charities. Typical day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Reaching out to organisations to find new customers
• Working with a team to determine what an organisation needs and propose new options
• Building positive relationships with clients and customers
• Identifying new opportunities for sales campaigns and forecast targets
• Selling products to new and existing customers
• Creating reports and presenting to senior management
• Delivering training to junior staff

Career progression:

You may decide to enhance your career prospects with a focussed business management course. With experience, your business management career path could lead to positions such as Senior Development Manager, Business Development Executive, or Marketing Director. You could also use your skills in sales, marketing, and other areas of business.