RMS Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly respected Insurance and Financial Planning organisation based in Stockton. They are looking to appoint a Business Development Manager to join their growing team. As a Business Development Manager you will lead and develop our Business Development (BDE) team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, organised, and target-driven individual with a proven background in sales and team management.

• Location: Stockton
• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum (DOE)
• Contract: Permanent | Full-time | Office-based
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
• Holidays: 25 days annual leave + 8 statutory bank holidays

About the Role:

You will play a key role in recruiting, coaching, and managing telesales staff, monitoring performance, setting targets, and driving success across the department. Leading by example, you will also engage directly with prospects where required to help secure new business.

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Recruit, manage, and motivate the telesales team.
• Set and monitor weekly and monthly sales targets.
• Track and report on team performance, compiling data for management.
• Lead from the front by contacting and securing prospects when needed.
• Ensure all business activity complies with company policies, procedures, and FCA regulations.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate use of company documentation and systems.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to colleagues.
• Attend training sessions and maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Promote a safe, compliant, and collaborative working environment.

About You:

• Minimum of 3 years’ management experience.
• Previous experience in a sales-driven environment.
• Insurance knowledge desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Personable, confident, and motivational, with a good sense of humour.
• Able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional in approach, with strong team leadership and independent working skills.

If this sounds like position for you, please apply below or email across a CV directly to Charlotte – jobs@rms-recruitment.co.uk

RMS is an equal opportunities employer, if you have not been contacted within 7 days following your application, please accept this as you have not been successful on this occasion.