We’re looking for a Business Development Manager to drive new business wins across a range of vertical markets within our RSR Core division. You’ll be joining a widely respected recruitment powerhouse with an unrivalled brand reputation, and you’ll play a key role in shaping the future success of your region.
*Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum + £5,000 car allowance + bonus
*Office: Manchester or Liverpool, we offer hybrid working
*Travel: Across the West of England, Wales and covering Southern and Northern Ireland


Your New Role
As our Business Development Manager, you’ll focus on identifying, engaging, and winning new business opportunities through Preferred Supplier Agreements, as well as Sole or Lead Supply contracts. You’ll be the face of Reed to prospective clients - positioning us as trusted experts in resourcing solutions and ensuring our specialist divisions have access to high-value opportunities.


You’ll build credible, consultative relationships with HR Directors, Procurement leaders, Talent Acquisition managers, and senior stakeholders. Through thoughtful engagement, you’ll influence their thinking, uncover new opportunities, and secure their confidence in Reed’s ability to deliver.


What You’ll Be Doing
*Building deep market knowledge across RSR to deliver compelling, insight-led client solutions in your territory.
*Leading formal tender processes from start to finish.
*Creating tailored, persuasive proposals that win business.
*Identifying and securing high-quality PSL opportunities.
*Conducting contract negotiations and securing PSL status.
*Expanding opportunities across multiple categories to benefit our specialist divisions.
*Partnering with internal support teams to research markets, clients and opportunities.
*Proactively targeting destination prospects, competitor accounts and leads from our operational network.
*Delivering new business wins across the breadth of RSR specialisms.
*Working with internal stakeholders to develop cutting-edge solutions and unlock the full range of Group products and services.
*Maintaining accurate reporting and pipeline management to support forecasting and business planning.
*Growing Reed’s local market share and establishing yourself as a trusted thought leader in recruitment solutions.


Who We’re Looking For
*A proven track record of winning B2B contracts.
*Strong evidence of networking and building relationships with senior decision-makers.
*Experience in business development - ideally within recruitment or a related sector.
*Must be a car driver and have access to their own vehicle.


Why Reed?
*Market-leading brand with instant credibility and national recognition.
*Uncapped bonus potential and strong performance-led rewards.
*Clear career progression with structured pathways and internal mobility.
*Outstanding learning & development via Reed Business School and tailored programmes.
*Hybrid, people-first culture that values ideas, innovation and autonomy.
*Generous benefits package including 25 days holiday + BHs, holiday buying, enhanced parental leave and wellbeing support.
*Paid sabbaticals every 5 years – a truly unique Reed perk.
*Strong values and social impact, with 18% of profits donated to charitable causes through the Reed Foundation.
*Collaborative, supportive teams with access to market-leading tools and tech.


If this sounds of interest or you want to find out more, make an application today.