Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager Culture & Leadership Consultancy
Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 (FTE, pro rata) + Commission + Benefits
Hours: Full time or Part-time (28 hours per week - 4 days or flexible spread)
Location: Hybrid (Manchester / Preston)
Start Date: ASAP

Manchester Staff are delighted to be partnering with our client, a growing and purpose-driven consultancy specialising in culture, leadership, and organisational development. Known for their distinctive psychological approach and strong client relationships, they operate in a niche, high-impact space helping organisations transform culture into a strategic advantage.

With a strong UK presence and an ambitious growth strategy, the business is now looking to expand internationally, making this an exciting time to join and play a key role in scaling their global impact.

Despite being a specialist consultancy, the company offers a collaborative, people-first environment where curiosity, connection, and meaningful work are at the heart of everything they do.

As a Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in driving growth by converting inbound interest and proactively developing new client relationships, supporting both UK and future international expansion.

This is a flexible, part-time opportunity ideal for an experienced business development professional who understands the leadership and culture space and can confidently engage senior stakeholders to generate meaningful opportunities.

• Qualify and convert inbound leads from marketing and referral channels
• Proactively identify and win new business opportunities
• Support growth into new and international markets
• Leverage your network to build relationships and open new doors
• Collaborate on proposals, pitches, and client solutions
• Manage and track sales pipeline activity
• Support and improve lead generation channels and processes
• Represent the brand with credibility, insight, and professionalism
• Contribute to sales events and business development initiatives

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or partnerships
• Background in consulting, L&D, OD, or leadership development preferred
• Strong network within HR, people, or leadership communities
• Experience or interest in international business development is advantageous
• Confident engaging and influencing senior stakeholders
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work flexibly
• Based in the UK (North West proximity advantageous)

• 60,000 - 70,000 FTE (pro rata for part-time)
• Commission and performance-based incentives
• Flexible working structure (28 hours per week)
• Hybrid working model
• Opportunity to shape the role and grow with the business, including international expansion
• Collaborative, values-led culture with strong growth trajectory

If you're a commercially minded Business Development professional looking for a flexible role within a purpose-driven consultancy and excited by the opportunity to support international growth, this could be your ideal next step.

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