Business Development Manager Job at Discovery Design Limited (Durham)

Business Development Manager

Discovery Design Limited

Location:
United Kingdom , Durham

Category:
Sales

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

40000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

We’re looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a leading digital agency, helping connect UK and global businesses with innovative web development, digital marketing, and software solutions that drive measurable success. You’ll be responsible for developing new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and helping shape the agency’s growth strategy. Working closely with our design, development, and marketing teams, you’ll identify where our services can create the most impact and build long-term partnerships that deliver real results. You’ll be confident, commercially minded, and driven by success — someone who thrives on understanding client needs, creating tailored proposals, and turning conversations into meaningful collaborations. At Discovery Design, you’ll be part of a fast-paced, ambitious team using cutting-edge digital tools and data-driven insight to help clients achieve their business goals.

Job Responsibility:

Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the UK and international markets
Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing clients
Develop a deep understanding of client goals, challenges, and industries to position our services effectively
Create tailored proposals and presentations that clearly communicate value and strategy
Collaborate with internal teams to scope projects and deliver accurate estimates and timelines
Manage and nurture leads from initial contact through to project handover
Attend meetings, networking events, and industry functions to generate new opportunities
Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and pipeline updates using CRM tools
Contribute to the agency’s growth strategy through proactive outreach and insight-driven recommendations
Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies

Requirements:

Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management (ideally within a digital agency or tech environment)
Strong understanding of web design, digital marketing, or SaaS solutions
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Commercially focused with the ability to identify and capitalise on new opportunities
Comfortable managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to close
Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities at once
Proactive, motivated, and target-driven with a focus on delivering measurable results

Nice to have:

Experience managing relationships with both UK and international clients is a plus

What we offer:

Hybrid working
Flexible working hours
Collaborative working environment
Enhanced holiday allowance which grows with you
Regular team building events
Monthly team food events
Work on a beautiful Mac with the best software
Training and active encouragement of personal development

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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