Job Title: Business Development Manager Location: Gravesend Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £25,000 - £32,000 per annum Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm, Fully Office Based Business Development Manager Build Your Own Desk | Uncapped Earning Potential | Career Growth Opportunity Are you a driven sales professional who thrives on winning new business and building strong client relationships from the ground up? We're partnering with a growing and ambitious business within the manufacturing and industrial sector that is looking for a Business Development Manager to take ownership of developing a new customer portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys creating opportunities, opening doors, and building a successful desk with the support of an established business behind them. What You'll Be Doing Proactively identifying and winning new business Developing and nurturing your own portfolio of clients from initial contact through to long-term partnership Building a strong pipeline through networking, market research, referrals, and outbound business development activity Meeting with prospective clients to understand their needs and present tailored solutions Negotiating commercial agreements and securing profitable partnerships Working closely with internal teams to ensure a seamless customer experienceWhat We're Looking For Previous experience in business development, sales, account management, or recruitment A proven track record of generating new business and growing client relationships A self-motivated and entrepreneurial mindset with the confidence to build your own desk Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Commercial awareness with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to client sites when requiredWhat's in It for You? The opportunity to create and grow your own client base with genuine autonomy Strong support from an established and successful business Uncapped earning potential with rewarding commission structure Career progression opportunities as the business continues to grow A collaborative and supportive working environment where success is recognised and rewardedReady to Take the Next Step? If you are an ambitious, enthusiastic professional ready to take on a new challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Don't miss out on the chance to shape the future of business development in a thriving sector. Please note: Only candidates who meet the specified criteria will be contacted for this role. Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website