{"id":244953,"date":"2026-10-15T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ic-resources.com\/jobs\/business-development-manager-531803\/"},"modified":"2026-10-19T22:14:01","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T21:14:01","slug":"business-development-manager-531803","status":"publish","type":"jobs","link":"https:\/\/ic-resources.com\/en\/jobs\/business-development-manager-531803\/","title":{"rendered":"Business Development Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">An ambitious, fast-growing technology business specialising in photonics and optical communications is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to support its European growth strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Working closely with senior leadership and the sales team, you\u2019ll identify new markets, develop strategic partnerships, and turn market insights into commercial opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\"><strong>Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Identify new markets, industries, and applications for photonics solutions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Build strategic partnerships and develop new sales and distribution channels<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Generate and qualify leads to support sales growth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Research market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Contribute to business strategy, product development, and growth planning<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Report on market opportunities, business development activities, and partnership progress<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\"><strong>About You<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Experience in business development within photonics, optics, electronics, or semiconductors<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Technical background in physics, optics, electronic engineering, or a related field<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Strong analytical, strategic, and relationship-building skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Knowledge of European markets and an established industry network<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced startup environment<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Excellent English skills; Dutch, French, or German is an advantage<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Passionate about technology and innovation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\"><strong>What\u2019s on Offer?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">A key role in a growing technology business<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Exposure to cutting-edge photonics solutions and industry experts<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">A collaborative, innovative, and entrepreneurial environment<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">Competitive salary and opportunities for career development<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Verdana;font-size: 14px\">If you&#8217;re interested in joining a cutting-edge photonics start up, please apply to learn more or contact Jack Bird!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An ambitious, fast-growing technology business specialising in photonics and optical communications is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to support its European growth strategy. 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