Business Development
Forging New Relationships
At MRL, we want you to play to your strengths and find a role that suits you best. If you're the type of person who prefers to forge new relationships with clients, maintain and grow relationships across the globe, then this role is for you.
Role & Responsibilities
As a Business Development Consultant, you'll focus purely on developing and nurturing relationships with new clients across the Globe. You'll focus on one of our world-defining industries, supporting a team of Account Managers by bringing on new vacancies.
Being a Business Development Consultant includes but is not limited to:
- Developing a good understanding of client companies, their place in the industry as a whole and the vacancies they have available
- Proactive headhunting of key decision makers at target clients
- Negotiation of terms on behalf of MRL with new clients to secure partnerships
- Nurture relationships with existing clients and expanding our involvement with them across disciplines and geographies
Recruiting Excellence
Why Become a Business Development Consultant?
Support & Training
You'll feel the full support of our experienced recruiters and management team, helping you to understand your industry and all of the key players in it.
No-fuss Recruitment
As a Business Development Consultant, your sole focus will be on winning new business, maintaining and growing relationships. Without the added pressure of headhunting candidates and filling vacancies, you'll be free to do what you do best, every day.
Employee Benefits
Feel the full effects of our benefits package from day 1. Enjoy a 4-day week, and earn BD splits on every single vacancy you bring on.
Company Events
You'll be included in all of our company events, days out and socials, and qualify for quarterly and annual bonuses and prizes from day one.
Commission Structure
Our commission structure is one of the best in the business. Earn a percentage split on every single vacancy filled that you bring in, with no threshold or ceiling.
Wider Support
Our admin, marketing and accounts team are here to make your life easier. Feel the full support of our back-office and management teams from day 1.
FAQ's
What does a BD Manager do?
We understand you might have a few questions about the role.
What are my responsibilities?
As a Business Development Manager, your sole purpose is to bring on new clients for our consultants to support, and develop the accounts where necessary. You'll have the full support of our Resourcers and Account Managers to hire great people for your clients, but all you have to worry about is bringing them on board!
Who will I report to?
You'll report directly to either a Team Leader for your region or the Managing Director of your office! Regardless of who you report to, you can rely on everyone in the office to share best practices and answer any questions you may have!
Do I receive all of the employee benefits?
Of course! Our employee benefits are for everyone in every office regardless of seniority. Duvet days are allocated as soon as you pass your probation, just like everyone else.
How long does my probation last?
We typically give everyone at MRL a 6-month probation period. You'll have monthly reviews with your manager or Managing Director in which you can talk about your career path at MRL and any specific areas you want training and development in and raise any questions, queries or concerns confidentially.
Do I receive commission on the placements made into my clients?
Absolutely! you'll get a share of every single placement made into the clients you bring on and manage - sharing it with the Account Manager and/or Resourcer who filled the role.
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Get in Touch Today
If you're interested in hearing more about a Business Development position then get in touch with our Group Head of Talent, Emma, directly.
