Business Development Manager – Events Business | Apply Now

Location: Nuneaton
Type: Full-Time, Permanent (37.25 hours per week)

About HORIBA MIRA
HORIBA MIRA is a global leader in advanced engineering, research, and product testing. With a strong focus on innovation, we operate cutting-edge facilities and provide solutions to clients across various industries, including automotive, defense, and aerospace. As part of our commitment to excellence, we actively promote diversity and inclusion within our workforce and provide opportunities for professional growth.

Job details

Benefits
While not explicitly detailed, HORIBA MIRA provides competitive benefits packages, including:

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Potential eligibility for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
• Reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Requirements
To excel in this role, candidates should demonstrate:

• Proven experience in business development, particularly within the events industry.
• Strong sales and commercial acumen with a track record of driving growth.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage with clients and stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to create and deliver business development plans.
• Familiarity with event planning processes, including product launches, training sessions, and demonstrations.

Eligibility for Skilled Worker Sponsorship

• The role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.
• Applicants requiring sponsorship should confirm their eligibility by visiting the Home Office guidelines.

About the Role
As a Business Development Manager, you will be a key member of our Commercial team, tasked with driving growth in our events business. You will develop and execute a strategic sales plan to position HORIBA MIRA as a premier destination for events, such as product launches, demonstrations, and training sessions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive business development and sales strategy to grow the events sector.
• Strengthen HORIBA MIRA’s reputation within the industry and the UK market as a desirable location for events.
• Engage with existing and potential clients to understand their needs and provide tailored event solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of events that align with client expectations.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.

Recruitment Process
The recruitment process consists of multiple stages to ensure the best fit for the role:

1. First Stage

• MS Teams Interview
• Psychometric Testing (Verbal, numerical, and abstract reasoning)

1. Second Stage

• Onsite Interview
• Presentation Exercise
• Psychometric Testing (Personality questionnaire)

1. Follow-Up Discussions

• Additional discussions may follow the second stage, as necessary.

Equal Opportunity Statement
HORIBA MIRA is an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Apply Now
To join our innovative team and drive growth in our events business, apply today! For more information or to submit your application, contact recruitment@horiba-mira.com or refer to Job Reference: HM023160.