Business Development Manager - Automotive Premium Brand

The Opportunity

Our client is an international consultancy represented in twelve countries worldwide. Their work is customer-centric and interdisciplinary, supporting high-quality clients through every project phase—from strategy development to execution and steering.

We are seeking a driven and dynamic junior new business leader to join their UK & Ireland team. This is an enriching intercultural experience where you will collaborate across global offices and receive ongoing professional development and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Support: Assist in the delivery of impactful projects for high-profile corporate clients.
• Strategic Execution: Support the development and steering of client strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Cross-Border Collaboration: Work closely with international colleagues to deliver consistent, world-class consultancy services.
• Manage daily, weekly, and monthly reporting for Corporate Business Development.
• Conduct data analysis, research, and process assessments
• Collaboration with third party stakeholders on queries and reporting
• Support project management activities
• Prepare presentations and deliverables
• Support ad-hoc tasks and events
• Contribute to actionable recommendations and implementation plans
• Provide stakeholders with timely access to reports to support customer-facing meetings.

Salary: £28-30k per year with an annual bonus

Location: Hampshire / Surrey Border (Hybrid)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
• Previous experience in business development or sales, ideally within the automotive or mobility sectors.
• Strong understanding of the premium automotive market and its key players.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and sales tools.
• Self-motivated, target-driven with a proactive approach to identifying new opportunities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• £28-30k Annual salary + attractive annual bonus
• Opportunity to work with high-quality clients on impactful projects
• Supportive and collaborative consultancy culture
• Access to ongoing professional development and mentoring
• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
• Pension Plan
• Pension Plans
• Work From Home
• Training & Development