Business Development Manager Designate
Skills
About the role
Your next step into a career that genuinely moves you forward.
At Roslyns, we support independent hospitality businesses across the UK to grow through expert financial guidance and business insight. We’re now looking for a Business Development Manager Designate to join our team covering Edinburgh and the East of Scotland.
This is your opportunity to step into a structured route toward becoming a full Business Development Manager. You’ll join us with a the initial objective of working towards a portfolio of around 40 clients, progressing to 70–80 clients once fully established as a BDM. Progression is reviewed regularly, and salary increases in line with that journey (up to £35,000).
What you’ll be doing
Drive new business and strengthen existing client relationships
Promote Roslyns’ services to local hospitality businesses
Build connections with pub company regional managers and prospects
Support clients’ profitability through P&L reviews, business planning and cost-saving advice
Act as the main point of contact for your portfolio
Use commercial insight to help clients maximise revenue
What we’re looking for
A natural communicator who builds trust and rapport
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage your own diary
An analytical mindset and interest in business performance
Competent with MS Office, especially Excel
Comfortable working independently and on-site with clients
Passionate about helping businesses succeed
What you’ll get
Structured development pathway into a full BDM role
Access to 100,000+ CPD-certified courses via our training platform
Ongoing coaching and support from our experienced team
Flexible scheduling – manage your own client visits
Health & Wellbeing plan (dental, optical, therapy, 24/7 GP access)
Retail discounts via our employee rewards scheme
Mental health support via trained First Aiders
Fuel card for all business mileage
Essentials
Own vehicle required
Field-based – covering Edinburgh and the East of Scotland
Offer subject to references and DBS check
If you’re commercially sharp, people-focused, and ready to grow your career while helping hospitality businesses thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter.
This isn’t just a stepping stone. It’s your next leap.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
Work from home
Experience:
Hospitality: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
Willingness to travel:
75% (required)
Work Location: On the road
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