Average Business Manager salary in East London

Job Overview An exciting opportunity has become available for a Business Development Manager to join Service Graphics, part of the Paragon Group. Known for its work in display graphics, print, design, mail, and software solutions, Service Graphics will now operate as part of Paragon's Marketing Services division. Service Graphics recently refreshed its strategy and invested in new technology to keep pace with market changes and better support its clients. The move significantly expands Paragon’s collective expertise across various sectors, including sports, luxury goods, museums, property development, construction, and events. It will also bolster the company’s established presence in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), retail, financial services, and insurance sectors. As a Business Development Manager, you will identify and convert new business opportunities to generate revenue, improve profitability, and support the growth of the business. This will primarily involve researching, prospecting, and securing contracts with 'Ideal Clients’ for Paragon’s core service lines. The role has a focus on 80% large format print & 20% small format print and branded goods. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5:30pm This is a Hybrid opportunity (office based in Farringdon, London), 1 day working from home per week and travel to client sites as required. Key Responsibilities: Ensure revenue and profitability targets are achieved against budget through business development activities.Research and identify new business opportunities, including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products, and services, as well as innovative ways to reach existing markets.Generate leads through cold calling, networking, and social media engagement.Secure revenue and growth by employing solution-selling techniques and a thorough understanding of client needs, objectives, and obstacles.Create and maintain a sales pipeline targeting customers that align with a defined 'Ideal Client’ profile.Maximise revenue opportunities by cross-selling Paragon Group's extensive service portfolio.Maintain up-to-date records of prospects, contacts, activities, and opportunities using Paragon Group's CRM system.Safeguard revenue and drive growth by negotiating and securing Key Account contracts.Build strong and positive relationships with clients across various departments and seniority levels.Ensure profitability targets are met through commercial awareness, product innovation, and process improvements.Provide monthly KPI reports showing performance against budget across internal key metrics.Actively participate in regular internal team meetings.Continually develop knowledge of prospects, vertical markets, and Paragon Group's products and services. Targets: 50k per month target and paid 3% when target reached. 3% on new business (separate to target for 6 months.) Skills and Attributes we are looking for Previous sales / business development experience within the Print & Mail / Signage industryA proven track record of securing contracts and achieving targetsPrevious experience in prospecting and generating leads from cold contactsPrevious experience working as part of a team contributing to business success as well as working on your own initiative to reach goalsPrevious experience in budgeting, reporting and achieving KPIsPrevious experience in negotiation and meeting client requirementsProblem solving skills with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlinesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal)Aptitude in fostering long-term relationships Benefits include Employee Benefits PlatformReimbursementsBupa Cash PlanElectric Vehicle SchemeCycle to work SchemeFinancial Health CheckWellbeing, Legal, Personal finance supportEmployee Assistance Programme Please note that due to the high volume of responses we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status.

Business Development Manager - £57,500 Basic + Uncapped Commission, OTE £100,000 + (including Base Salary) + Benefits. About the Company Our client is a leading financial business intelligence, news, data and insights provider connecting and informing senior executives pursuing investment opportunities in telecoms, media and technology globally. They are a highly entrepreneurial, high growth business based in the heart of central London with ambitious plans for further growth and have a new opening for a Business Development Manager to join the London based Sales team. Benefits for You Basic Salary of £57,500Uncapped OTE of a further £40,000 based on hitting target (more for exceeding target)25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)Company Pension SchemeEmployee perks platformRegular monthly team social eventsThe opportunity to join a growing and highly successful team where you can grow and develop furtherHybrid working (3 days in the office per week)Percentage of company profits donated annually to UK and overseas charities About the role of Business Development Manager With the opportunity of working from the London office 3 days a week, our client is seeking a bright, motivated, and enthusiastic Business Development Manager to join their London based Sales team. As a Business Development Manager, you will: Develop new business with new prospects in across EMEA, APAC and North America consisting of Banks, Fund Managers, Private Equity Firms, Consultancies, Hedge Funds and Asset ManagersSell subscriptions and data licenses for our client’s online premium data, news & intelligence platform to senior level decision makersManage the sales process from beginning to end - this will include securing introductions with decision makers whilst also providing support to users across all departments and divisions on potential new clientsOccasional travel to conferences and to see prospective clientsAchieve and exceed monthly sales revenue targets If you have a track record in Sales and Business Development within Subscription Sales / Business Intelligence and would like to work for a fast-growing scale up where you can develop and progress your career, then we would love to hear from you! We very much see this role progressing into a more Senior Sales or Sales Manager role. About You Proven track record in B 2 B Sales / Business Development with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales revenue targetsTrack record of selling business information / business intelligence / SAAS (ideally Subscriptions / Financial Data / Financial information / FinTech)Strong organisational and time management skillsExcellent face to face presentation skills and experienceExperience of working in or selling to 'blue chip’ companies and experience of presenting to 'C’ suite decisionCompetitive, driven and credibleAmbitious, self-aware and passionate about career development / success Apply now for this Business Development Manager role. For more information, please email your CV to. We look forward to hearing from you! ABR Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role and specialises in placing candidates into permanent positions within Media / Digital, Technology / SAAS, Market Research, Events & Business Information. Due to high volumes of applicants, we regret that we can only contact those who are invited to interview. Should you not have heard from us within 2 weeks you may assume you have not been successful at this time, but we thank you for your time and interest in the role.

Business Development Manager – Financial Intelligence£50,000 – £65,000 Basic Uncapped Commission (OTE £110k+) Excellent BenefitsHybrid | Central London (3 days office / 2 remote)Are you an ambitious sales professional with experience in financial data, market intelligence, or SaaS? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-growth, market-leading provider of real-time intelligence to the global financial markets.Their insights are trusted by leading investment banks, hedge funds, asset managers, and commodity firms worldwide.Following double digit growth year-on-year for the past few years and with a strong pipeline of new product development, the business is entering an exciting phase of expansion—making now the perfect time to join.Why Join?£50k–£65k base uncapped commission (OTE £110k+ realistic)Generous commission scheme – you will earn a flat % on every deal closed plus accelerators for over exceeding targetHybrid working – 3 days in the office (Central London), 2 days remote25 days holiday bank holidaysCompany pension schemeRegular team socials employee perks platformClear career progression – many of the current leadership team were promoted from withinThe RoleAs a Business Development Manager, you’ll join a high-performing and collaborative sales team focused on new business acquisition across EMEA and North America.You will:Sell subscriptions and data licenses for a premium, real-time financial intelligence platformTarget senior stakeholders at Investment Banks, Hedge Funds, Asset Managers, Trading Houses, and Energy/Commodities providersManage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closeBuild and maintain strong relationships with C-level decision-makersAttend meetings and industry events across Consistently hit and exceed monthly revenue targetsWhat We’re Looking For3+ years’ experience in B2B sales / business developmentBackground in subscription sales, financial data, market intelligence, or SaaS strongly preferredProven track record of closing deals and exceeding targetsConfident presenting to and influencing senior decision-makersExperience selling into financial services or energy/commodity sectorsHighly motivated, commercially driven, and eager to develop into a Senior BDM or Sales Manager roleApply NowIf this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.ABR Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. We specialise in permanent recruitment across Media, Digital, Tech / SaaS, Market Research, Events & Business Intelligence.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you haven’t heard from us within 2 weeks, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.