Business Development Manager - UK

Why this role stands out

Drive market growth for a game-changing livestock technology

Sell AgTech that is changing livestock management

Join a globally scaling business backed by Gallagher

Significant career growth opportunities as we expand internationally

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Tools, technology and support to help you succeed

Collaborative, practical and supportive team culture

Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives

About the role

This is a true business development opportunity focused on identifying new opportunities, building a strong pipeline and converting prospects into customers. You'll work closely with producers, distributors, partners and industry stakeholders to expand eShepherd's presence across the UK and Europe.

You'll take ownership of the full sales cycle, from prospecting and relationship building through to solution design, commercial negotiation and closing deals.

What you'll be doing

Identify, target and convert new business opportunities across the UK and European market

Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified prospects

Develop trusted relationships with farmers, producers, partners and distributors

Understand customer challenges and demonstrate the commercial and operational benefits of eShepherd

Deliver consultative, solution-based sales conversations tailored to individual farming operations

Negotiate proposals, agreements and commercial outcomes

Represent eShepherd at industry events, field days, conferences and customer demonstrations

Monitor market trends, customer feedback and competitor activity

Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline reporting and CRM data

Work collaboratively with Customer Success, Marketing and Product teams to support customer adoption and growth

What you'll bring

Proven success in Business Development

Experience generating new business and consistently delivering sales growth

Strong solution-selling and relationship-building capability

Agricultural, livestock, rural or AgTech industry experience preferred

Commercial acumen with the ability to identify and convert opportunities

Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills

Self-motivated, resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment

Ability to travel throughout the UK and Europe as required

Why eShepherd?

This is an opportunity to join an exciting global growth story at a pivotal stage. You'll be part of a business bringing meaningful innovation to livestock producers while enjoying the backing, resources and stability of Gallagher.

At Gallagher and eShepherd, you'll benefit from:

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

The excitement of a globally scaling business, with Gallagher stability protecting what matters most for over 85 years

Career growth opportunities as we expand internationally

Modern tools and technology that enable success

A supportive and collaborative team culture

Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives

The chance to make a genuine impact on the future of farming

If you're passionate about agriculture, thrive on winning new business and want to be part of a technology revolution in livestock farming, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may be filled before the closing date.