Business Development Manager
At a glance
Manager-level Business Development role at Corpay. Brighton · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate £38,500–£65,000 across the United Kingdom.
Corpay has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Win new UK business for AP and payment products, including invoice automation, payment execution, FX and commercial cards
- Run complex sales from first engagement through close, working with senior finance and procurement decision-makers
- Build account plans, qualify new opportunities and keep deals moving toward sales targets
- Shape customer-specific proposals and ROI cases with marketing, product and pre-sales colleagues
- Maintain reliable CRM records and forecasts, flagging risks and opportunities across your pipeline
What you bring
- You have B2B sales experience, ideally in fintech, SaaS, ERP or corporate payments
- You have closed deals with at least £100K in annual contract value and delivered against quota
- You have sold to UK mid-market or enterprise customers and handled complex, multi-product sales
- You can build trust with senior finance and procurement buyers and keep pipeline forecasts accurate
Who this fits
This suits a self-directed, target-focused seller who can manage long buying cycles and advise senior customer stakeholders. The role is hybrid and based in the Brighton office, with a UK-wide territory.
From the employer
Your role
What you'll be doing
What We Need
Corpay is currently looking to hire a Business Development within our Corpay Complete division and is located in our Brighton office. In this role, you will drive growth in the UK mid-market (£20M–£500M revenue segment). You will be responsible for winning new clients for Corpay’s AP and payment solution, covering invoice automation, payment execution, FX management, and commercial card spend. This is a consultative, solution-led sales role targeting Finance and Procurement decision-makers across a national territory.
Success in this role requires strong commercial instincts, resilience, and the ability to navigate complex buying cycles with multiple personas. The candidate should be a natural self-starter who is both target-driven and client-focused, with a passion for solving customer challenges through financial technology.
How We Work
As a BDM you will be expected to work in a hybrid environment, in our Brighton office. Corpay will set you up for success by providing:
- Assigned workspace in allocated office
- Company-issued equipment
- Formal, hands-on training
Role Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the role will include:
- Driving new business acquisition across the UK, targeting mid-to-large enterprises with complex AP processes and significant FX exposure.
- Leading end-to-end, high-value sales cycles, effectively engaging multi-functional decision-makers such as CFOs, Finance Controllers and Procurement Heads.
- Developing and executing strategic account plans aimed at high-growth sectors and enterprise-level opportunities, with a strong focus on pipeline velocity and quota attainment.
- Building and sustaining senior executive relationships, acting as a strategic advisor to customers throughout their transformation journey.
- Consistently delivering and exceeding monthly and quarterly sales targets, contributing directly to Corpay’s UK revenue growth.
- Operating with a hunter mindset, identifying whitespace opportunities, rapidly qualifying leads, and closing deals that drive material business impact.
- Taking ownership of personal and team performance, with a strong internal drive to be a top performer in a fast-scaling environment
- Co-developing strategic solutions with internal stakeholders — marketing (ABM), product, and pre-sales — to deliver customised, high-impact propositions that resonate with key buyer personas.
- Managing an accurate and up-to-date sales pipeline through disciplined use of CRM tools and sales methodologies (e.g. MEDDIC, Challenger)
- Delivering clear and confident sales forecasts to leadership, identifying risks, gaps, and acceleration opportunities across your portfolio.
- Translating customer challenges into compelling ROI narratives, commercial proposals, and deal structures that align with both client and Corpay success metrics.
- Acting as a Corpay ambassador at customer meetings, industry conferences, events, and partner sessions.
Qualifications & Skills
- B2B sales experience, preferably in fintech, SaaS, ERP, or corporate payments.
- Proven track record of closing £100K+ ACV deals and exceeding quota (120%+ attainment preferred)
- Experience selling to UK mid-market or enterprise customers.
- Strong business acumen across finance, AP processes, FX, and digital transformation.
- Recognized as a President’s Club winner or Top Performer is a plus.
- Ability to navigate complex sales cycles and sell multi-product solutions to senior finance and procurement stakeholders.
- Strong hunter profile with a consistent track record of exceeding sales quotas in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
- Skilled in building trust and influence across C-level decision-makers and cross-functional internal teams.
- Highly organised in managing CRM, pipeline accuracy, and forecasting using structured sales methodologies (e.g. MEDDIC, Challenger)
- Flexible, self-motivated, and thrives under pressure; continuously seeks to improve skills, process, and customer impact.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive commission structure
- 4 x Life insurance
- Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
- Private healthcare
- 25 days holiday (plus holiday buy/sell)
- Summer socials, team activities and Christmas parties
- Access to benefits portal
- Employee fuel card
About Corpay
About Corpay
Corpay is a global technology organization that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.
At Corpay, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where employees are valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and support our continued success globally.
As part of our hiring process, offers of employment may be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment screening conducted by an authorized third-party provider, in accordance with applicable laws and Corpay policies. Screening requirements may include employment references, identity verification, criminal record checks, financial or sanctions screening, and other background checks relevant to the role and permitted by local law.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies and Search Firms: Corpay does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms without a valid written agreement in place. Any unsolicited candidate submissions will become the property of Corpay, and no fees will be paid related to such submissions.
Learn more about Corpay: https://www.corpay.com
Transparency & Compliance
Equal Opportunity Employer
Corpay is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Corpay is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals are respected and valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring
Corpay may use artificial intelligence (AI) and other technology-enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as application screening, candidate assessment, or interview scheduling. These tools are designed to enhance efficiency, consistency, and fairness throughout the hiring process. AI tools do not make final hiring decisions. All employment decisions involve human review. Corpay is committed to the responsible use of AI, including appropriate oversight and safeguards designed to support fair and unbiased outcomes.
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Pay Philosophy
Corpay is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. Compensation decisions are based on objective, job-related factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and market benchmarks. Where required by applicable law, salary or compensation ranges will be included in the job posting or provided prior to the interview process, where required by applicable law. Additional compensation elements such as bonuses, incentives, benefits, or variable pay may apply where applicable.