Development Manager

Ready to accelerate your career in a fast-paced, client-focused role within the automotive industry?

An exciting opportunity for a driven, confident, and people-savvy Development Manager to join an innovative team, providing cutting-edge insurance solutions to some of the biggest names in UK motor retail sector.

A very establishment yet growing business who already partner with 30 of the top 50 dealership groups in the UK.

What’s the role?

As a Development Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind the growth of insurance programmes within your assigned dealer groups. You’ll work directly with senior stakeholders across your client base, building relationships, delivering training, analysing performance, and helping dealer teams sell smarter and better.

You’ll spend time on-site with dealerships, guiding and coaching their sales staff, implementing development programmes, and influencing performance at every level. Think strategic partner meets sales coach, with training, consultancy, and a lot of relationship-building.

What you’ll be doing:

* Build strong relationships with dealership leaders and sales teams

* Coach, train and motivate sales staff to improve insurance sales performance

* Analyse sales data and implement tailored development plans

* Plan and host performance reviews and strategy sessions with clients

* Deliver engaging group training and one-to-one coaching sessions

* Launch new products and support marketing initiatives

* Create training materials and maintain detailed sales records (CRM)

* Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and hospitality functions

* Collaborate closely with internal teams, compliance, marketing, and technical support

What they are looking for:

* A confident, energetic sales professional with a passion for people

* Strong communicator and natural relationship-builder

* Proven experience in sales, training, business development or account management

* Comfortable with frequent UK travel and working autonomously

* Able to influence, negotiate, and think commercially

What’s in it for you?

* £30,000 base salary

* Performance bonus: £5 - £7,000 in Year 1, rising up to £18,000 in Year 2

* Fully expensed company car, fuel card

* Comprehensive benefits package

* The chance to work with top-tier automotive clients across the UK

* A clear progression path with a fast-growing, forward-thinking company

If you’re ready to step up into a role where your influence drives real commercial impact and you thrive on helping others succeed, we want to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed