Business Development Manager, Charing Cross, Central London – UK-Based Applicants Only

Hackajob Ltd is seeking a Business Development Manager for the UK Public Sector in Charing Cross, Central London. This role is ideal for UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work, though foreign applicants are encouraged to enquire directly with the employer. The position offers a competitive salary of £62,246.38 and a chance to work with Colt Technology Services, a global leader in network and data centre services.

Job Description

In this pivotal role, the Business Development Manager will be instrumental in driving and executing Colt Technology Services' growth strategy within the UK Public Sector. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, cultivating relationships with key public sector clients, and ensuring Colt's services align with their evolving needs.

This position demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the public sector landscape, capable of developing tailored solutions that leverage Colt's extensive network, voice, and data centre capabilities. You will work to position Colt as a trusted partner, enabling public sector organisations to achieve their objectives by providing robust and reliable infrastructure.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in business development within the UK Public Sector.
• Deep understanding of public sector procurement processes and frameworks.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Applicants MUST have existing right-to-work in the UK.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a leading global technology services provider.
• Be a key player in shaping the UK Public Sector growth strategy.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants targeting this Business Development Manager role, a polished application is crucial. Focus on crafting a CV that highlights your experience in sales, account management, and strategic business growth, ensuring it's formatted to UK standards. Emphasise any experience working with government or public sector clients, even if outside the UK, by drawing parallels to the UK context. Your LinkedIn profile should be updated to reflect your professional achievements and network with relevant UK industry professionals.

A compelling cover letter is your chance to articulate why your skills and experience are a perfect fit for this specific UK Public Sector role, even if your background is international. For those without immediate UK right-to-work, use the cover letter to express your keen interest and confirm your willingness to discuss visa options with the employer, demonstrating proactive engagement.

• Tailor your CV to highlight experience with public sector or large enterprise clients, explicitly using UK-centric terminology where possible.
• Prepare a cover letter that addresses the UK Public Sector focus and clearly states your current right-to-work status or intention to enquire about it.
• Update your LinkedIn profile to showcase your business development achievements and network with professionals in the UK tech and public sector.
• Practice articulating your experience in a way that demonstrates transferable skills relevant to the UK market.
• Be prepared to discuss your existing right-to-work status or potential visa pathways during initial enquiries.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship is NOT explicitly advertised for this role. The employer prefers UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work status. Foreign applicants who do not currently reside in the UK or lack the right-to-work may still apply, but should confirm their eligibility and visa options directly with Hackajob Ltd or Colt Technology Services before applying to manage expectations.