Business Development Manager

Business development managers are responsible for driving business growth by developing contacts, identifying market opportunities and increasing sales. 

Creating development plans and growth projections

Identifying market opportunities through meetings, networking and other channels

Meeting existing and potential clients

Liaising with colleagues to develop sales and marketing strategies

Preparing financial projections and sales targets

Attending events such as exhibitions and conferences

Preparing sales presentations

Participating in sales meetings

Producing reports for management

The typical working week for a business development manager will be standard office working hours, Monday-Friday. There may be times where you would need to work in the evening and at weekends, if you're attending events or exhibitions.