Sales Manager / Director

Love bringing in new clients and developing strong relationships? Have the appetite to help shape the next phase of growth for an independent MR agency where you can really see the impact and become part of the leadership team? Our client, an established market research agency in the Greater Leeds area, is looking for a commercially minded individual to strengthen their new business capability.

This role is focused on new business generation rather than account management. You'll be responsible for developing opportunities both through proactive outreach and by supporting inbound enquiries, working closely with senior research colleagues to shape proposals and convert opportunities. The company operates with a close-knit team, a collaborative culture, and a clear focus on sustainable growth.

Key responsibilities

• Identifying and securing new B2B clients for the business
• Working closely with the Head of Research on strategy and growth plans
• Managing the full sales cycle from first contact to project delivered and growing the accounts
• Building a realistic and well-managed pipeline
• Attending relevant industry events and conferences mainly in the UK
• Collaborating internally with researchers, operations and data departments.

About you

• Proven experience winning new business in market research (ideally 4-5+ years)
• Ideally having worked and sold full service research projects for end clients
• Commercially grounded, consultative and passionate about developing long standing relationships with clients
• Comfortable working in a small, hands-on environment, and being able to take the lead and make things happen
• Motivated by long-term progression, and becoming part owner of the business.

To be considered you must live in the UK and hold a valid UK working permit or visa. You'll also need to be able to commute to the Greater Leeds office 2 days per week (full time during onboarding) Hannelius Recruitment is a boutique agency, operating across various sectors and connecting top talents with leading corporations in the field of market research. At Hannelius Recruitment we are committed to diversity and equality; we value talents based on abilities and potential, fostering productivity and innovation in a positive working environment. Who to contact: In order to apply please send your CV to Maarit Yli-Korpula at View email address on mrweb.com IMPORTANT - PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND EITHER YOUR RETURN E-MAIL ADDRESS OR TELEPHONE NUMBER IN THE MESSAGE . Please say that you found the vacancy on MrWeb! Thanks for your interest.