Area Business Development Manager

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity for a proven Area Business Development Manager to play a vital role in our client's plans to become the leading credit union in the North East.

Area Business Development Manager
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6
Full Time, Permanent Position
£27,000 - £30,000 per year depending on skills and experience

Excellent Benefits Package

Please Note: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK

Our client is a Credit Union that serves the North East communities of Tyne and Wear, County Durham and Cleveland, providing financial services to over 12,000 members. 

They are looking for an Area Business Development Manager with the experience and knowledge to join a senior management team, championing innovation and leading the union in its continued development. 

You will assist with ambitious growth targets and guide a team of Branch based staff across four locations in the North East.

Areas of Responsibility:

• Responsible for implementing and delivering a sales growth strategy as defined by the Board.
• Overseeing and ensuring that the branches achieve targets.
• Account Management and growth of a payroll partnership network.
• Ensuring the profitable growth of the membership across all areas.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with local authorities.
• Working with colleagues to ensure that all opportunities are maximised.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a desire to make a difference and share our client's enthusiasm and commitment to their business model. Experience of the credit union sector or financial services would be preferable but not essential.

You should:

• Be able to work independently to engage with new businesses
• Confidently lead and motivate staff members to convert leads.
• Have excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport.
• Be results driven with good analytical skills.
• Be a team player who shares our client's ethos and can promote the principles of credit unions.

Required Licences and Certifications:

• DBS Check.
• Credit and police check.
• Full Driving Licence.

Benefits Package:

• Defined Contribution Pension.
• 21 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays.
• Travel expenses / mileage expense for use of own vehicle.
• Positive Company Culture.
• Training and Development Opportunities.

Closing Date: 24th June 2022

Interviews week Commencing: 4th July 2022

How to apply for the Area Business Development Manager role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this sales position based in Newcastle, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be eligible to work in the UK. No agencies please.

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