> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1943689-software-business-development-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1943689-software-business-development-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Business Development Manager - **Company:** Portfolio Group Ltd - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** £80,000.0 - £140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Business Software, Microsoft Office - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/software-business-development-manager/57199842 ## About the Role Are you a passionate Business Development Manager who is looking for their next exciting challenge? I am representing an award-winning Software Leader who provide HR and Payroll platform solutions to SME's. You will be instrumental in the sales cycle, drives sales and growth and set new benchmarks in a fast, agile environment., * You will have a minimum of 2 years in B2B sales and Business Development with a proven track record of achieving and succeeding targets. * Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities, with the talent to persuade, influence and close. * You will be a self-starter who is hungry for financial rewards & commission and demonstrate resilience and determination. * You will be tech-savvy, a proficiency in using CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite. ## Description * Identify and build pipeline of new businesses, prospecting, social selling and inbound lead conversion. * Lead engaging software demos that showcase real value to the clients. * Tailor proposals and close deals. * Forge relationships with senior stakeholders and business owners. * You will collaborate and work closely with the sales development team and succeed targets consistently. ## Related Videos - [Open Source: The Engine of Innovation in the Digital Age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1103-open-source-the-engine-of-innovation-in-the-digital-age) - [Recruitment Reinvented: Bold strategies and the $10K signing incentive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1068-recruitment-reinvented-bold-strategies-and-the-10k-signing-incentive) - [The Future of Open Source](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1124-the-future-of-open-source) - [Why Great Developers Stay Poor](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100102-why-great-developers-stay-poor) - [Personal Branding & Job Search - The Most Practical Approach You'll Ever Find](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/576-personal-branding-job-search-the-most-practical-approach-you-ll-ever-find) - [The Intent Engineer: Closing the Gap Between Business & Engineering - Manuel Klein](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1855-the-intent-engineer-closing-the-gap-between-business-engineering-manuel-klein) ## Related Articles - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [How to Respond to the “Why Do You Deserve a Promotion?” Question](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/416-how-to-respond-to-the-why-do-you-deserve-a-promotion-question) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Spanish Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/353-spanish-business-culture-and-etiquette)