Freelance Business Development Specialist

Freelance Business Development Specialist

At SMV, we help businesses make confident, data-driven decisions in complex markets. From product validation to competitor analysis and international audience surveys, our research supports startups, scale-ups, and enterprises at every growth stage.

With 20+ years of combined experience across consultancy, tech, and analytics, we’re a trusted insights partner to clients across the UK and beyond.

What you’ll do

As a Freelance BD Specialist, you’ll drive growth by connecting us with the right clients across our specific client persona.

You’ll:

• Identify new leads across key client categories and sectors
• Reach out via LinkedIn, email, and relevant networks. And other avenues based on your experience.
• Understand client needs and pitch tailored research solutions
• Support proposal development and submissions
• Collaborate with our team to convert leads into partnerships

What you bring

• 2+ years of proven experience in business development, sales, or partnerships
• Be based out of the UK
• Experience in research, consulting, or data/tech fields (a plus)
• UK market understanding; global exposure a bonus
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Self-starter mindset driven, adaptable, and target-oriented

Why work with SMV

• This is a freelance role, reimbursed on the hours and opportunity outcomes
• Flexible, remote freelance role
• Performance-based commissions and growth bonuses
• Represent a specialist team with a growing reputation
• Join a curious, collaborative culture that values smart work and big ideas

We welcome freelancers, side-hustlers, and strategic thinkers ready to grow with a future-facing research brand. Let’s make smarter moves together.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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