Business Development Manager

Business Development ManagerJob Type: Full-time, In-officeLocation: Colchester Salary: £35k - £40k plus bonus/commission We are seeking a proactive and driven Business Development Manager to lead our efforts in generating and converting leads for our Business and Fleet Breakdown policies. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in sales, business development, or account management, preferably within the B2B sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire sales cycle, from lead generation to retention, and will play a key role in shaping our business development strategies.Day-to-day of the role:Lead Generation and Pipeline Management:Build and develop a comprehensive database of prospective business and fleet customers.Manage CRM and scheduling systems to ensure all quotes, callbacks, and follow-ups are completed timely and structured.Monitor, track, and report on lead stages and outcomes to support accurate forecasting and performance management.Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all customer interactions and sales activity.Sales, Conversion and Retention:Deliver high-quality, tailored quotations aligned to customer needs.Convert leads into active policyholders, achieving agreed sales, renewal, and revenue targets.Build and maintain positive, long-term relationships with business customers to maximise retention and renewals.Manage renewals end-to-end, including pre-renewal reviews and proactive customer ..... full job details .....