Business Development Consultant

Posted: 04/03/26
Recruiter:Knightwell Recruitment
Reference:3078859654
Type:Permanent
Industry: Business Services
Salary:£12,000 - £30,000 Annual
Location:Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Description:

Business Development Consultant

Location: Fully Remote (UK-based preferred)

Salary: Base + Commission OTE £30,000 £40,000+

About the Company

A growing, multi-sector recruitment consultancy specialising in Accountancy & Finance, Childcare & Education, Automotive, Legal, and Construction.

The business partners with clients across the UK to deliver high-quality permanent talent and is expanding its business development team to support continued growth.

Business Development Consultant

Location: Fully Remote (UK-based preferred)

Salary: Base + Commission OTE £30,000 £40,000+

About the Company

A growing, multi-sector recruitment consultancy specialising in Accountancy & Finance, Childcare & Education, Automotive, Legal, and Construction.

The business partners with clients across the UK to deliver high-quality permanent talent and is expanding its business development team to support continued growth.

The Role

We are seeking a driven and experienced Business Development Consultant to generate new client relationships and manage existing accounts across multiple recruitment sectors.

This is a fully remote position, requiring only a laptop, telephone, and strong self-motivation.

The successful candidate will be confident in B2B cold calling, relationship building, and winning new recruitment business.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and win new recruitment clients through B2B cold calling and outreach

• Build, manage, and mature long-term client relationships

• Promote recruitment services across multiple sectors

• Arrange client meetings, qualify hiring needs, and secure job vacancies

• Work closely with recruiters to ensure successful candidate delivery and placements

• Maintain accurate records of activity, pipelines, and client communications

• Consistently achieve KPIs and revenue targets

Requirements

• Proven experience in B2B sales, recruitment sales, or business development

• Strong cold calling confidence and objection-handling ability

• Track record of winning new business and managing client accounts

• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Access to a reliable laptop, phone, and internet connection

Package & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission

• On-Target Earnings: £30,000 £40,000+

• Fully remote working with flexible structure

• Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding recruitment business

• Clear progression into Senior BD / Account Management leadership roles

Ideal Candidate

This role suits a seasoned cold caller or experienced recruitment sales professional who thrives on winning business, building relationships, and earning commission in a flexible remote environment.

We are seeking a driven and experienced Business Development Consultant to generate new client relationships and manage existing accounts across multiple recruitment sectors.

This is a fully remote position, requiring only a laptop, telephone, and strong self-motivation.

The successful candidate will be confident in B2B cold calling, relationship building, and winning new recruitment business.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and win new recruitment clients through B2B cold calling and outreach

• Build, manage, and mature long-term client relationships

• Promote recruitment services across multiple sectors

• Arrange client meetings, qualify hiring needs, and secure job vacancies

• Work closely with recruiters to ensure successful candidate delivery and placements

• Maintain accurate records of activity, pipelines, and client communications

• Consistently achieve KPIs and revenue targets

Requirements

• Proven experience in B2B sales, recruitment sales, or business development

• Strong cold calling confidence and objection-handling ability

• Track record of winning new business and managing client accounts

• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Access to a reliable laptop, phone, and internet connection

Package & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission

• On-Target Earnings: £30,000 £40,000+

• Fully remote working with flexible structure

• Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding recruitment business

• Clear progression into Senior BD / Account Management leadership roles

Ideal Candidate

This role suits a seasoned cold caller or experienced recruitment sales professional who thrives on winning business, building relationships, and earning commission in a flexible remote environment.

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