Swift Oil and Gas are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager on behalf of our client - a leading Subsea Engineering and Construction company.

Based out of their offices in South West England, the successful candidate will be responsible for establishing, developing and maintaining client relationships which will include sourcing NEW clients.

Key criteria for selection:

· Plan, organise, manage and continuously improve the Sales and Marketing process for the region

· Work with the Regional BA Manager to ensure that all BA/BD Processes and Procedures are implemented.

· Assist in the development and ongoing management of the strategic business plan for the region

· Liaison with other regional department managers in pursuit of business objectives

· Liaison with other BD Manager on cross business unit opportunities

· Provide strategic direction, leadership, supervision and mentoring to the regional Client Account Managers and County Managers with regard to Sales & Marketing.

· Co-ordination of existing technical knowledge in the company to support and maximise our marketing & business development in the pursuit of new business.

· Manage the pursuit of future business with emphasis to the overall commercial solution. This includes supporting proposals development and contract negotiation .

· Functionally responsible for budgets and expenses for the regional BD group

· Ensure the adherence to internal / external audit and work of the department is performed in accordance with the Business Management System (BMS)

· Receive functional guidance and advice from the Regional VP and Global BD Manager

· Provide business planning and reporting assistance to Regional VP and Global BD Manager

· Management of Performance Appraisal for the department, direct reports and participation on an individual basis, and other duties as directed by Regional VP and Global BD Manager.

· Must have an understanding of the African market and be willing to travel throughout the region independently.

Key Attributes:
Must present themselves in a professional manner.
Must be able to articulate views in a comprehensive manner.
Must be an accomplished presenter.
Must produce work of presentable quality.

Interpersonal Skills
Must be very good at building relationships with clients.
Must be a strong team player.
Must be able to talk convincingly about the companys offerings and to engage with clients on these subjects.
Must be commercially aware and astute.
Must have very strong presentation skills.
Must be able to obtain and record market intelligence from various mediums and sources.
Must be able to work independently.
Must be a self motivated individual.
Must be able to pick up and develop an existing client relationship base as well as develop new ones.

Qualifications and Education
• Degree qualified (ideally in Business Management, Sales & Marketing, or similar

• Consideration will be given to extensive work experience with HNC/HND qualifications in associated background


Specific Job Related Requirements
Based in South West England - but must be willing to travel extensively throughout Africa, Europe and America. Experience of Subsea Projects and Offshore Oil and Gas industry

For more information and to apply, please contact Julie Briers at Swift. Please quote reference number 1381/11.