Business Development Manager - Permanent 360 Recruitment
Posted 2 weeks ago by Belmont Lavan
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Summary: The Recruitment Business Developer role is focused on identifying and securing new business opportunities within the recruitment sector, emphasizing client relationship building and revenue growth. The position requires proactive engagement with potential clients and collaboration with recruitment teams to deliver tailored solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development within recruitment, with a focus on meeting sales targets. This role offers flexible working arrangements across multiple countries including Spain, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and target potential clients through market research, networking, and strategic outreach (calls, emails, LinkedIn)
- Develop and nurture strong relationships with hiring managers, HR professionals, and senior decision-makers
- Understand client hiring needs and present bespoke recruitment solutions across permanent and contract staffing
- Negotiate commercial terms and close new client agreements
- Collaborate closely with the recruitment delivery team to ensure seamless onboarding and successful client delivery
- Log and manage all business development activity in our CRM system
- Represent the company at industry events, networking functions, and client meetings
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to uncover new business opportunities
- Consistently meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs set by management
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in business development or sales within the recruitment industry (agency or in-house)
- Solid understanding of recruitment service models (permanent and contract), with a client-focused mindset
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented, with the ability to work independently
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Familiarity with CRM systems and maintaining accurate sales pipelines
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
- Industry knowledge in sectors such as technology, healthcare, or finance (desirable)
- Experience in a 360-recruitment role (desirable)
- Existing portfolio of clients or a developed professional network (desirable)
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Edinburgh
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Recruitment Business Developer to identify, engage, and secure new business opportunities within the recruitment sector. This is a key role focused on expanding our client base, building lasting relationships, and driving revenue growth through tailored recruitment solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and target potential clients through market research, networking, and strategic outreach (calls, emails, LinkedIn)
- Develop and nurture strong relationships with hiring managers, HR professionals, and senior decision-makers
- Understand client hiring needs and present bespoke recruitment solutions across permanent and contract staffing
- Negotiate commercial terms and close new client agreements
- Collaborate closely with the recruitment delivery team to ensure seamless onboarding and successful client delivery
- Log and manage all business development activity in our CRM system
- Represent the company at industry events, networking functions, and client meetings
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to uncover new business opportunities
- Consistently meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs set by management
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience in business development or sales within the recruitment industry (agency or in-house)
- Solid understanding of recruitment service models (permanent and contract), with a client-focused mindset
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented, with the ability to work independently
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Familiarity with CRM systems and maintaining accurate sales pipelines
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Desirable:
- Industry knowledge in sectors such as technology, healthcare, or finance
- Experience in a 360-recruitment role
- Existing portfolio of clients or a developed professional network
Why Join Us?
- Competitive base salary + commission structure
- Flexible working arrangements with hybrid/remote options across Spain, Germany, and the Netherlands
- Opportunity to join a dynamic and growing recruitment business with strong values and a collaborative culture
- Career development opportunities and support from a seasoned leadership team