Business Development Manager
- Thefutureworks
- Stratford-upon-avon, Warwickshire
- Jan 22, 2026
Full time
I.T. & Communications
Management
Job Description
Business Development Manager
We're working with a well-established Stratford-upon-Avon, internationally active creative production agency delivering high-impact events, exhibitions and brand experiences across global markets. As part of continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team.
This role is ideal for a commercially driven new business professional with experience in the events and exhibitions sector who enjoys building relationships, identifying new revenue opportunities and managing the full sales lifecycle in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Please note: this role involves weekend work and international travel as part of live events and exhibitions.
What You'll Be Doing
Identifying and developing new business opportunities across targeted industry sectors
Building and managing a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities due for tender within the next 1-5 years
Developing trusted relationships with senior client decision-makers
Delivering credential and capability presentations at client offices, virtually and at industry events
Managing the full sales process from lead generation through to close and handover
Creating and maintaining accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reporting and budgets
Promoting the full service offering and value proposition
Working closely with creative and production teams to convert new business into profitable long-term accounts
Maintaining accurate CRM records covering contacts, opportunities and competitor activity
Providing regular sales updates and reports to senior stakeholders
What We're Looking For
Proven experience in a Business Development or New Business role within events, exhibitions or related industries
Strong track record of winning and negotiating new business
Consultative sales approach with the ability to identify client needs and present tailored solutions
Confident communicator with strong presentation and relationship-building skills
Commercially focused with strong organisational and planning ability
Proactive, self-motivated and comfortable working autonomously
Benefits
Salary of 40,000 per annum plus commission
International travel opportunities
High level of autonomy and responsibility
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Long-term career development within a growing business
We're working with a well-established Stratford-upon-Avon, internationally active creative production agency delivering high-impact events, exhibitions and brand experiences across global markets. As part of continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team.
This role is ideal for a commercially driven new business professional with experience in the events and exhibitions sector who enjoys building relationships, identifying new revenue opportunities and managing the full sales lifecycle in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Please note: this role involves weekend work and international travel as part of live events and exhibitions.
What You'll Be Doing
Identifying and developing new business opportunities across targeted industry sectors
Building and managing a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities due for tender within the next 1-5 years
Developing trusted relationships with senior client decision-makers
Delivering credential and capability presentations at client offices, virtually and at industry events
Managing the full sales process from lead generation through to close and handover
Creating and maintaining accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reporting and budgets
Promoting the full service offering and value proposition
Working closely with creative and production teams to convert new business into profitable long-term accounts
Maintaining accurate CRM records covering contacts, opportunities and competitor activity
Providing regular sales updates and reports to senior stakeholders
What We're Looking For
Proven experience in a Business Development or New Business role within events, exhibitions or related industries
Strong track record of winning and negotiating new business
Consultative sales approach with the ability to identify client needs and present tailored solutions
Confident communicator with strong presentation and relationship-building skills
Commercially focused with strong organisational and planning ability
Proactive, self-motivated and comfortable working autonomously
Benefits
Salary of 40,000 per annum plus commission
International travel opportunities
High level of autonomy and responsibility
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Long-term career development within a growing business
About Thefutureworks