New Business Development Manager

We’re working closely with The Fifty-Five Group here at Fig-HR to help them find someone who will feel at home in their team and build a future with the business. We want you to get a real feel for the company, its people and what makes it such a great place to work, so we’ll be here to answer your questions, talk you through the opportunity and support you every step of the way.

New Business Development Manager
Location: Whittlesey, Peterborough
Salary: £35,000 basic + attractive commission
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (with flexibility to manage your own diary)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company
The Fifty-Five Group helps businesses operate more efficiently, reduce costs and become more sustainable. Working with businesses across the Midlands, they provide a range of commercial solutions, including energy procurement, solar panels, EV charging and LED lighting.

As a growing business, they pride themselves on creating a supportive, down-to-earth working environment where people work hard, look out for one another and celebrate success together. It’s not a corporate environment; it’s a close-knit team with a genuine family feel, where everyone has the opportunity to make a difference.
With ambitious plans for the future, The Fifty-Five Group is continuing to grow and is looking for people who want to grow with them. They believe in developing their people from within, offering genuine opportunities to progress, take on more responsibility and build a long-term career within the business.

The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, proactive sales professional who enjoys meeting people, building relationships and winning new business.
You’ll be responsible for developing relationships with business owners, identifying new opportunities and converting prospects into long-term customers. You’ll have access to leads through the company’s CRM system, but you’ll also be encouraged to generate your own opportunities through networking, prospecting and building partnerships.
Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you’ll benefit from one-to-one training, ongoing mentoring and the freedom to manage your own diary. With clear opportunities for progression, this is a great role for someone looking to develop their sales career within a growing business.

Key Responsibilities
• Identify and generate new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking and relationship building.
• Develop relationships with business owners and local businesses across the Midlands.
• Convert leads from the CRM system while generating your own sales pipeline.
• Build and maintain a network of reciprocal relationships with other B2B sales professionals.
• Arrange and attend face-to-face client meetings to understand business needs and identify opportunities.
• Deliver excellent customer service to encourage repeat business, referrals and long-term partnerships.
• Manage your own diary, appointments and follow-ups effectively.
• Work closely with the wider Sales, Marketing and Operations teams to maximise opportunities.
• Keep your CRM records up to date and maintain an awareness of industry developments.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is confident, driven and enjoys taking ownership of their own success.
You’ll ideally have:
• Proven experience in a face-to-face B2B sales or business development role.
• Confidence approaching business owners and building relationships with a wide range of people.
• A proactive approach to generating leads and winning new business.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• The motivation to work towards targets and achieve results.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to manage your own diary.
• Resilience, initiative and a positive, solutions-focused attitude.
• A willingness to learn, develop and contribute to a growing team.
• A full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer?
• £35,000 basic salary plus attractive commission.
• 36 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays.
• The option to buy or sell annual leave.
• Company car allowance following successful completion of probation.
• Subsidised travel and accommodation.
• Company laptop and mobile phone provided.
• One-to-one training and mentoring from the Commercial Director.
• Clear career progression opportunities, with a promotion-from-within approach.
• Invitations to company retreats and R&R weekends.
• The opportunity to join a growing business where you can make a real impact.

Interested?
If you’re a motivated B2B sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing new business and being rewarded for your results, we’d love to hear from you.
Please reach out to me at either recruit@fig-hr.com or 0330 0436 707 for more information.