Royal Mail advertised a vacancy in London for a Direct Mail Business Development Manager to grow and manage business relationships in the direct mail sector. The role is aimed at candidates with sales experience and strong stakeholder management skills.
The postholder identifies new business opportunities in direct mail, wins new clients and develops strategies to meet growth targets, working with internal teams to meet customer needs and increase revenue.
About the role
The Direct Mail Business Development Manager develops and carries out plans to expand Royal Mail’s direct mail services. Duties include generating leads, building client relationships, negotiating contracts and preparing proposals, as well as monitoring market trends and competitor activity.
The role calls for confidence in customer service, skill in negotiation and communication, and a record of meeting sales targets. The postholder reports to senior leadership and works in a competitive environment.
Benefits
- Holidays: 22.5 days per year, increasing with length of service
- Retail and lifestyle discounts for employees and their families
- A wellbeing programme, including an online GP and mental health support
- A pension scheme: the standard Nest scheme initially, followed by a contributory pension after 12 months
- Paid parental leave, including enhanced maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
- Support for career development
Requirements
- Proven business development or sales experience in direct mail or a related industry
- Good stakeholder management and client relationship skills
- Strong negotiation and presentation skills
- Ability to analyse market trends and competitor activity
- A record of meeting or exceeding targets
- Strategic thinking and the ability to deliver under pressure
How to apply
Applications are made through the official Royal Mail Group careers website. The button below links to the original advert.
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The Direct Mail Business Development Manager leads growth initiatives, develops sales strategies and manages client relationships to increase revenue in Royal Mail's direct mail business.
Applicants should highlight sales results, experience of negotiating high-value contracts and an understanding of market trends, together with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
At interview, candidates should be prepared to describe winning new business, improving client retention and meeting sales targets, and to demonstrate strategic thinking.
Posted by Sherlock on 17 September 2025 in Royal Mail. CloudsJob is not the employer and does not handle applications. This listing was published on 17 September 2025 and expired on 17 October 2025, so the job is most likely closed. Check the employer’s official website for current openings. Report expired
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