About the role
🚀 We’re Hiring: Senior Business Development Manager (12-Month Contract)
📍 Location: Cork or Dublin (Hybrid)
💼 Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
💶 Rate: Up to €550 per day (depending on experience)
We are looking for an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to join an Irish research and engineering organisation and play a key role in driving commercial growth, building strategic partnerships, and bringing innovative engineering solutions to industry.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded leader who thrives on developing relationships, winning new business, and working alongside world-class engineering and research teams to deliver real-world impact.
What you’ll be responsible for:
✅ Owning the full business development lifecycle, from prospecting and opportunity identification through to negotiation and contract close
✅ Building and managing a strong network of senior industry contacts, including CTOs, Engineering Directors, Innovation Leads, Procurement Heads, and executive stakeholders
✅ Identifying and converting new client opportunities aligned with research and engineering capabilities
✅ Developing strategic accounts and driving repeat business, partnerships, and long-term growth
✅ Leading commercial negotiations and supporting complex proposals and agreements
✅ Representing the organisation at industry events, innovation forums, and networking opportunities
✅ Leading and mentoring business development team members
We’re looking for someone with:
🔹 A proven track record in business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial growth roles
🔹 Previous experience within the IT sector or a strong IT sector background is required
🔹 Experience within engineering, technology, research, manufacturing, or professional services environments
🔹 Strong relationships with senior industry stakeholders
🔹 Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
🔹 The ability to work independently while collaborating with technical and leadership teams
If you’re passionate about innovation, technology, and building partnerships that create impact, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Apply now or get in touch for more information.
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