Senior Business Development Manager

CBTax; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth and mentor a sales team. Responsibilities include expanding commercial relationships, generating new business, and guiding BDMs. Applicants should have proven B2B sales success and a full UK driving license. This full-time role offers a competitive salary with bonus potential and a clear path to leadership.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Bupa Private Healthcare

5% Pension Contribution

Tech Purchase Scheme

Lifestyle Flex Benefits

Recognition + Promotion Pathways

Qualifications

• Proven success in B2B sales within a professional services environment.
• Track record of both new business generation and account development.
• Comfort operating autonomously in a fast-paced, performance-driven culture.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Own and expand a portfolio of commercial relationships.
• Drive new business through outbound prospecting and partnerships.
• Grow accounts through consultative selling and collaboration.
• Mentor and guide BDMs; escalate issues to leadership.

Skills

B2B sales

Account development

Stakeholder influence

Autonomous operation

Job description

Overview

CBTax Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Job Title: Senior Business Development Manager

Location: Manchester – Office-Based (client visits as needed)

Salary: Negotiable + Bonus

Requirement: Must hold a valid driving license

Reporting to: Head of Sales (Manchester)

Join the Fast Lane of Strategic Growth

At CBTax, we’re not just winning business we’re shaping the future of innovation funding. As one of the fastest-growing R&D tax consultancies in the UK & Ireland, we’re scaling up our Sales team in Manchester and need a high-impact Senior BDM to lead from the front.

This isn’t just a sales role it’s a growth engine. You’ll own the full cycle: opening doors, building commercial trust, and driving deep account growth. You’ll also act as a strategic bridge between our BDMs and Head of Sales mentoring, influencing, and amplifying performance across the region.

What You’ll Do

• Own and expand a portfolio of commercial relationships across target sectors (tech, engineering, manufacturing, and more)
• Drive high-quality new business through outbound prospecting, referral networks, and partnerships
• Grow accounts through consultative selling, strategic upsell, and cross-functional collaboration
• Mentor and guide BDMs; act as the escalation point between field sales and leadership
• Attend in-person meetings and networking events to deepen trust and close deals
• Partner with internal technical teams to deliver a seamless client experience

What You’ll Bring

• Proven success in B2B sales within a professional services environment
• Track record of both new business generation and account development
• Gravitas to influence senior stakeholders and guide commercial discussions
• Comfort operating autonomously in a fast-paced, performance-driven culture
• A full UK driving license (travel to client sites required)

What You’ll Get

• Clear path to leadership: this role is built for impact and progression
• Competitive salary + uncapped bonus
• Office-first culture with autonomy for field work
• Direct access to leadership and the opportunity to help shape strategy
• Work with sharp minds in a values-led, ambitious team

Perks & Benefits

• Performance Bonus
• Bupa Private Healthcare
• 5% Pension Contribution
• Tech Purchase Scheme
• Lifestyle Flex Benefits
• Recognition + Promotion Pathways

Why CBTax?

We’re not your typical tax consultancy. CBTax is one of the UK & Ireland’s fastest-growing R&D firms backing innovation and building something bold. Here’s why top performers join us:

• High-growth, no fluff – We scale fast and promote faster.
• Autonomy + impact – No red tape, just real ownership.
• Smart, driven team – High standards. High trust. No passengers.
• Purpose-led work – Every deal helps fund UK innovation.

If you’re ambitious, sharp, and ready to lead this is your platform.

Inclusion

We welcome talent from all backgrounds. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, let us know.

Role Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Business Development and Sales

Note: This job description reflects the responsibilities and requirements for the Senior Business Development Manager role at CBTax in Manchester and is intended to be used for recruitment purposes.