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Remote Business Development Director
Posted 7 days ago by Kforce Technology Staffing
RESPONSIBILITIESKforce has a client that is seeking a Remote Business Development Director in Fremont, CA.OverviewWe are...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Fremont, California
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Freelance Lifestyle & Corporate — Business Development England (M/F)
Posted 1 week ago by AC PRIVATE - Luxury concierge
The opportunityAC PRIVATE, a luxury concierge and high-end private services house, is accelerating its growth in England...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location City Of London, England, United Kingdom
Business Development Manager
Posted 1 week ago by Yibi Hantang | China Lifestyle Extension...
About the CompanyYIBI Hantang is YIBI Group's brand growth and strategic partnership platform, supporting selected inter...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location London Area, United Kingdom
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Expert Opportunity - Business Development Associate ($100/hr, up to $2,000/week)
Posted 2 weeks ago by Ethos
About This OpportunityWe're working with a leading foundational AI lab to find experienced business development associat...
- Rate £100 per hour
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
Business Development Consultant – Recruitment Services- Freelance
Posted 2 weeks ago by Talent Employ LTD
Business Development Consultant – Recruitment Services- Freelance Self-Employed | Commission Only | Remote/FlexibleEmplo...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location England, United Kingdom
Head of Hybrid Navy Business Development and Sales
Posted 2 weeks ago by Saab UK
IntroductionPlease make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.Saa...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
Business Development Consultant - Outer London (REMOTE)
Posted 2 weeks ago by Simplyhealth
About The RoleRole: Business Development ConsultantContract Type: 12-month Fixed TermSalary: Competitive plus OTE of 25%...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location Field, England, United Kingdom
Freelance Business Development Consultant – Recruitment Services- Upto 40% Commi...
Posted 2 weeks ago by Saqr Consulting Partners Ltd
Freelance Business Development Consultant – Recruitment Services Self-Employed | Commission Only | Remote/Flexible Emplo...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location United Kingdom
Expert Opportunity - Business Development Lead ($100/hr, up to $2,000/week)
Posted 2 weeks ago by Ethos
About This OpportunityWe're working with a leading foundational AI lab to find experienced business development leads fr...
- Rate £100 per hour
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
First Aid & Mandatory Training Business Development Lead
Posted 2 weeks ago by London School of Childcare Studies
First Aid & Mandatory Training Business Development Lead Part-time | Remote | Approximately 15 hours per week | Scop...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location United Kingdom
Freelance Business Development & Partnerships Manager
Posted 2 weeks ago by Route Software
About the roleRoute Software is looking for a Freelance Business Development & Partnerships Manager to help us grow...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location London Area, United Kingdom
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About Our Remote Working Business Development Contract Roles
What does a business development contractor do?
Organisations bring in Business Development contractors to identify, develop, and convert new commercial opportunities, working to grow revenue through new client acquisition, market expansion, or the development of new products and partnerships. The work spans a range of activities depending on the seniority and focus of the engagement: prospecting and outreach, qualifying leads, building relationships with potential clients, presenting proposals, negotiating commercial terms, and managing the pipeline through to close. Business Development contractors are brought in most commonly when an organisation is entering a new market, launching a new product or service, or when the permanent sales team needs additional capacity during a period of high growth.
Business Development contractors are expected to be self-starters who can operate with minimal direction, build a credible pipeline quickly, and represent the organisation professionally with senior external stakeholders. Experience working with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot to manage pipeline activity is widely expected. For more senior roles, the ability to develop commercial strategy, manage complex multi-stakeholder sales processes, and negotiate high-value contracts is the primary differentiator. Sector experience matters considerably in Business Development contracting, as the credibility and network that comes from working within a specific industry can be the difference between a contractor who converts quickly and one who takes months to gain traction.
What is the market like for business development contractors?
The Business Development contract market is a moderate-volume market that tends to be countercyclical to permanent hiring: when organisations freeze headcount but still need to grow revenue, contract Business Development resource becomes attractive. Demand is most active in technology, professional services, financial services, and healthcare, where the sales cycles are complex enough to benefit from experienced contract resource. Rates vary significantly based on seniority and sector, with senior Business Development contractors who bring an established network and a track record of closing high-value deals commanding rates well above the market average.
What does 'remote working' mean for business development contractors?
Remote contract roles are delivered primarily from the contractor's own location rather than the client's premises. In the UK contractor market, "remote" covers a range of arrangements, from fully remote with no on-site requirement through to predominantly remote roles that involve periodic travel for workshops or stakeholder meetings, typically a few days per month.
Remote contracts can show different rate patterns compared to on-site or hybrid positions. In some cases, remote working reduces location-driven rate premiums; in others, rates remain aligned to the employer's location or market benchmarks. As with all contract roles, rates are primarily driven by scope, expertise, and delivery expectations rather than working arrangement alone.
The availability of remote contracting varies by role and sector. Technology, data, and digital roles offer the broadest remote opportunities, while financial services and government clients more commonly require hybrid arrangements. Contractors evaluating remote opportunities should clarify on-site expectations before accepting, as definitions of "remote" vary between clients.
How much do business development contractors usually earn when working remotely?
Contract rates for business development roles typically range from £300 to £600 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement. Remote roles may sit at different points within this range depending on the employer's location and whether any on-site attendance is required.
How many remote working business development vacancies are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 300 business development contract roles across the site. Around 50% of the jobs currently listed on Quality Contracts offer some sort of remote or hybrid working arranegment. Data reviewed up to July 2026.