Business Development Manager Leeds, UK (Hybrid, some travel required) £35,000 – £60,000 Basic salary & Bonus Market Research

About the Company We are an established market research agency in Leeds, working with national and international clients across a wide range of sectors, offering quantitative and qualitative research solutions. We deliver high-quality, bespoke research solutions via online, in-home, and face-to-face methodologies. Now an

employee-owned company , our people have a real voice in shaping the business and share in its success. Despite our growth, we retain a close-knit, supportive culture with a clear commercial focus.

About the Role We are seeking a

Business Development Manager

to drive growth across the UK and Europe. This senior role combines strategic input with hands-on sales responsibility, including identifying, securing, and managing new business opportunities, expanding our client base, and contributing to the company's commercial strategy.

Key Responsibilities New Business & Sales Own and manage the full new business pipeline with accurate tracking and forecasting Identify and secure new clients across the UK and Europe Generate leads through outreach, networking, referrals, industry events, and inbound enquiries Manage the sales lifecycle from initial contact to proposal, negotiation, and agreement Build strong client relationships and deliver tailored research solutions Collaborate with the Head of Research to scope, price, and position opportunities Provide regular updates to Senior Management on pipeline, market trends, and opportunities Deliver against revenue targets Marketing & Brand Awareness Support marketing campaigns to raise awareness and credibility Contribute content across LinkedIn and social media Promote case studies, insight pieces, and company updates Attend industry events and support campaigns generating inbound enquiries Market Insight & Strategy Monitor market developments and competitor activity Share insights internally to support service and proposition development

Essential Experience Proven track record of winning B2B professional services business Experience in business development, account management, or sales Excellent negotiation, relationship-building, and communication skills Commercially aware and confident discussing pricing and scope Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach Desirable Experience in market research, insights, or consultancy Familiarity with CRM systems Experience contributing to marketing campaigns or content

Personal Qualities Professional, credible, and client-focused Organised, proactive, and self-motivated Collaborative team player Solutions-focused and practical

What We Offer Competitive salary:

£35,000 – £60,000 Base + Bonus Company profit share scheme Employee-owned: become a company partner after 12 months Generous leave: 33 days (including bank holidays) + up to 5 loyalty days, plus birthday & company anniversary leave, Christmas closure Hybrid working (after probation) Pension scheme and health cash plan Flexible benefits portal with hundreds of perks & discounts Two off-site social events per year

If you are an ambitious, commercially minded professional with a passion for business development in the insights sector, we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact

Shannon Clough

at Interaction Recruitment (Leeds office):

07869 405148 INDLEE

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