Job Description

Stockford Recruitment is 18 months into an exciting growth journey. In that time, we've hit major milestones, building a reputation in helping technology startups and scaleups hire exceptional talent, and recently made our first permanent recruitment consultant hire.

Now, we're ready for the next critical step: bringing in a Business Development Executive/Manager to accelerate our growth even further.

We specialise in partnering with technology startups and scale-ups, across the UK, US & Europe to hire top Software Engineering, Product, Data, and Commercial talent. Our model is relationship-driven and quality-focused.

Why This Role Exists:

Right now, the founder (Oli) leads all business development, driving both 360 recruitment and new client acquisition. To push into our next phase of growth, we're looking for someone who can:

Take ownership of business development activity Bring fresh ideas, new techniques, and a modern perspective Help diversify how we win business and stay ahead of competitors Work closely with a fully focused 180 delivery consultant who handles fulfilment Make a measurable impact on revenue quickly
This isn't a role where you inherit the entire playbook - it's a role where you help write it.

What You'll Do:

Identify and win new clients across our core markets Develop and execute your own business development strategy with high autonomy Revive, nurture, and maximise warm leads and existing networks Build long-term partnerships with founding teams, CTOs, Heads of Talent, and Hiring Managers Collaborate closely with the founder to align BD strategy with growth goals Work with our delivery consultant to ensure roles are filled efficiently Represent the Stockford brand with credibility, insight, and a challenger mindset
What You'll Bring:

Strong experience in business development (recruitment BD preferred) Ability to open doors and build relationships with decision-makers Creativity in outbound techniques and a desire to test new methods Commercial awareness and the confidence to pitch and negotiate A self-starter mindset - someone who thrives with autonomy A growth mentality and genuine desire to help a boutique agency scale
What's In It For You:

Competitive base salary + a percentage of commission on every role you bring in that gets placed Hybrid working - Tuesday-Thursday in the office, Monday & Friday from home A founder who is hands-on, supportive, and a proven 360 biller Freedom to shape BD strategy and make a genuine mark on the business Clear pathway for career progression as the business scales Join at a pivotal moment in our growth story
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chorley PR7