Business Development Manager

• Drive new business across the North East, targeting senior decision-makers in the B2B market
• Take full ownership of BUSINESSiQ's commercial portfolio: magazine, Impact campaign, and Awards
• Build and manage a pipeline, converting leads into long-term commercial relationships
• Create tailored solutions for clients, consultatively, not off a rate card
• Represent BUSINESSiQ at events and in the market as the face of the brand commercially
• Work closely with editorial to keep commercial activity aligned with the brand's direction

• A proven B2B sales track record, ideally in media, publishing, or a commercial environment
• A genuine new business hunter who creates opportunities rather than waiting for them
• Existing connections in the North East business community are a real advantage
• Confident with senior stakeholders and able to hold a commercial conversation at that level
• Self-directed, managing your own time across office, home, and field days
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Existing connections in the North East business community

• Competitive salary + uncapped commission
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
• Structured career progression & ongoing training
• Pension plan
• Employee Helpline counselling and advice
• Gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care
• Retail discounts
• Team building days & annual volunteer charity day