431 Strategic Development jobs in Ireland

Job Title:
Head of Strategic Development

Department:
Strategic Development

Location:
Dundalk HQ / Ireland Remote, UK Remote

Who We Are:

BoyleSports is the largest independently owned bookmaker in Ireland.

We're on a mission to create a world-class betting and gaming experience that excites and entertains our customers each and every time they play. With a 'Customer First' approach in everything we do, our customers can bank on a great experience, more value and wider betting content than our market rivals.

Founded in 1982 by John Boyle, the business has grown to include over 375 shops across Ireland and the UK, a best-in-class betting app and an online gaming platform available across a number of international markets.

Over the past few years, key milestones in the growth of the company include a move into the UK market with the acquisition of a group of shops in the Midlands in 2019, the purchase of 33 William Hill shops in Northern Ireland in 2020.

Role Purpose:

The Head of Strategic Development plays a pivotal role in shaping BOYLE Sports' long- term growth and value creation agenda. The role leads the Strategic Development function, responsible for identifying, shaping, and preparing initiatives that drive business growth, strengthen competitiveness, and enhance overall business value.

Working closely with the Director of Business Development and Transformation, this position translates strategic ambitions into actionable initiatives — including new market opportunities, business model innovations, digital and retail synergies, partnerships, and technology platform evolution.

The role leads a team currently comprising of:

• Strategic Development Manager
• Business Analyst

Together, the team will build and maintain a robust pipeline of strategic initiatives and ensure these are supported by strong commercial and operational insight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shape and lead BOYLE Sports' strategic development agenda, focusing on long-term growth, innovation, and competitiveness.
• Identify, assess, and prepare high-impact initiatives that contribute to business expansion, market positioning, and operational excellence.
• Partner with senior leadership to prioritise and shape initiatives aligned with corporate goals and transformation priorities.
• Develop business cases and strategic recommendations for new initiatives, partnerships, market entries, or capability builds.
• Oversee preparation of initiatives for execution, ensuring scope, objectives, and outcomes are clearly defined before handover to delivery teams.
• Lead and mentor the Strategic Development team, fostering analytical excellence, commercial thinking, and proactive collaboration.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across departments to validate assumptions, assess feasibility, and ensure alignment.
• Develop and maintain the strategic initiative pipeline, tracking progress and interdependencies.
• Embed structured governance and reporting, including business case documentation, performance metrics, and post-initiative evaluation.
• Use data and insights to inform prioritisation and evaluate the impact of strategic initiatives.
• Ensure transparent communication with all stakeholders, keeping key contributors and sponsors informed even if not directly in the working group.
• Promote a culture of forward-looking, opportunity-driven thinking across the organisation.

Specialist Skills and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree (MBA or equivalent qualification advantageous).
• 7–10 years' experience in strategy development, corporate development, or business transformation, ideally within digital or retail sectors.
• Proven experience in identifying and shaping growth and strategic opportunity initiatives.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to build compelling business cases.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with a record of building and guiding high-performing teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication capabilities, including senior-level engagement.
• Analytical, structured, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Experience in multi-site and cross-functional environments, working collaboratively with both internal teams and external partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate strategic concepts clearly.

Our client, a global leader in packaging solutions, is hiring for a
Strategic Business Development Manager.

Responsible for the development and implementation of the agreed business sales strategy that will meet business objectives for growth and revenue generation. To preserve and grow product sales with existing accounts and secure new sales with new accounts for the purpose of business growth.

Working Environment:

This role is Remote / Home Based with regular European travel.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Achieve assigned territory penetration, growth, and sales goals by identifying and securing new accounts and by defending, retaining, and increasing the profitable penetration of existing accounts.
• Identify market, competitive, and segment issues and opportunities in the assigned territory.
• Formulate a business plan and introduces sales initiatives that address or capitalize on situations and opportunities.
• Identify sales opportunities and recommends effective strategies for conversion.
• Maximise sales effectiveness through lead generation, the communication and sharing of market segment information, and the introductions and coordination of market segment programs.
• Build and maintains strong professional business relationships with key personnel to foster trust and influence opportunities.
• Expeditiously and effectively handle customer communications, complaints and requests for information and data concerning market segments, products, and capabilities, availability, prices, and bid expirations.
• Manages and negotiates all related sales RFQ's, contracts and NDA's.
• Serves as the market specialist to help understand the relationship between the assigned market and others in adjacent spaces.
• Advises on additional products and services that assigned market might require; assist product management team in assessing market need.
• Conducts product and service training for customers within assigned markets.

Job requirements

Requirements:

Qualifications and Knowledge

• 5-10 years market experience of successfully penetrating and closing profitable, large scale ($500k+) business opportunities at a senior level within the medical sector across Europe.
• The ability to work as part of a cross functional, multi departmental teams to create strategic and tactical sales plans to deliver profitable business.
• The ability to develop mid and high-level relationships with clients in multi-national and multifunctional businesses that lead to clear understanding of customers objectives and motivations for doing business.
• Ability to interpret, understand and appropriately utilise structured selling methods to ensure that a common language it used across the business.

Desirable

• Relevant bachelor / master's degree (Business Studies, Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain).
• Should the relevant bachelor / master's degree not be in place, a desire to take your leaning to this level, supported by the company.

Skills and Experience

Required

• Minimum 5-10 years proven track record in new business development and account management of rigid or flexible packaging within the medical sector across Europe.
• Experience and knowledge of Medical packaging design and validation requirements.
• Experience in export and international sales.
• Experience in meeting targets and working to deadlines.
• Structured sales approach.
• Experience selling to multi layered/ multi-tiered/ multi-site customers.
• Strong oral and written presentation and communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills.
• Good time management, organisational and prioritising skills.
• Analytical approach.

Desirable

• Minimum 5-10 years proven track record in new business development and account management within the healthcare sector.
• Project management experience.

Personal Attributes

• Inquisitive mind
• Confidant decision maker
• Self-starter
• Influential and persuasive
• Customer focused
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible and adaptable

Note:
By applying for this position, you may also be considered by Pale Blue Dot Recruitment for similar roles in logistics, operations, or manufacturing.

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About the Role

As a
Strategic Partnerships Development Manager
, you will be a key driver of relationship building and partnership development in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will own the full lifecycle of partner engagement, from identifying new opportunities and negotiating deals, to executing agreements and tracking performance. Your work will deepen our strategic relationships across the industry and directly support our success.

This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, analytical thinking, and strategic influence to help us thrive in a competitive landscape. You'll work closely with both internal teams and external partners, requiring excellent communication, commercial acumen, and the ability to manage complex deals with minimal guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner Strategy & Development:
• Identify and develop new partner/supplier opportunities through proactive prospecting and industry research. Collaborate on product and market strategy to align partnerships with business goals.
• End-to-End Deal Management:
• Lead the full partnership process including pitch preparation, contract negotiation, deal execution, integration, and issue resolution.
• Partner Engagement & Optimization:
• Manage ongoing partner relationships, tracking business and technical performance metrics, building forecasts, and ensuring our brand and reputation remain strong.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Build and maintain high-trust relationships with internal stakeholders and senior external partners. Serve as the voice of the partner internally, advocating for their needs and aligning them with strategic goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or a related role.

Key Skills & Competencies

Hard Skills:

• Ad Monetization
• Online Publishing & Media
• Sales Strategy & Execution

Soft Skills:

• Stakeholder Management (internal & external)
• Strong Communication (client-facing role)
• Analytical Thinking & Data-Driven Decision-Making

Functional Competencies:

• Oral & Written Communication
• Opportunity & Pipeline Management
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Navigating Complexity & Ambiguity
• Deal Negotiation & Contracting
• Project Management & Planning
• Executive Influence
• Industry Knowledge (e.g., online publishing, advertising, media tech)

Industry Experience (Preferred)

• Online Publishing (traditional news publishers)
• Online Advertising or Digital Media Platforms
• Familiarity with companies in the ad-tech or media landscape

11 month contract | Hybrid, Dublin

Role Overview

We are seeking a
Strategic Partnerships Development Manager
to drive and manage key industry relationships. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates a strong understanding of internal processes, products, and teams, and executes partnership strategies that deliver measurable impact. This role requires proficiency in relationship-building, negotiation, project management, and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner Strategy & Prospecting:
  Develop and execute partner strategies, including identifying new opportunities and conducting industry research to inform product and partnership decisions.
• Deal Management & Execution:
  Own the end-to-end partner experience, including negotiating and finalizing contracts, executing account plans, pitching to partners, resolving issues, and advocating on behalf of partners.
• Relationship Management:
  Track business and technology metrics, build forecasts, and manage brand/reputation for partners and suppliers.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  Build and maintain strategic relationships with both external partners and internal teams to ensure alignment and success.

Qualifications & Skills

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in Business, Marketing, or related field
• 4+ years of experience in online publishing, digital advertising, or related industries

Hard Skills:

• Ad monetization
• Online publishing
• Sales / account management
• Contract knowledge

Soft Skills:

• Stakeholder management
• Client-facing communication
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Additional Competencies:

• Opportunity and pipeline management
• Data analysis, synthesis, and reporting
• Navigating complexity
• Deal negotiation
• Project management and planning
• Executive influence
• Industry knowledge

Job Title:
Corporate Strategy Analyst – Private Equity Backed

Sector:
Healthcare / Strategic Projects

Location:
Dublin (Hybrid)

Salary:
€60,000 – €65,000 plus bonus, health & pension

Our Client

Our client is a well-established, PE-backed healthcare organisation undergoing rapid growth. With a strong commercial mandate and a focus on innovation, the business is scaling operations and investing in long-term development. As part of this journey, the Strategy function is expanding and now seeks a Corporate Strategy Analyst to support strategic planning, business case development, and investor-facing reporting.

Why should you apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a lean, high-impact strategy team embedded at the heart of a major healthcare provider. The role offers exposure to board-level decision-making, investor relations, and high-value commercial projects. It's ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, producing insight-driven analysis, and working directly with senior leadership. You'll be at the forefront of shaping future investment and service decisions in a company backed by a leading global investor.

Who should apply?

This role suits someone coming from a corporate strategy, consulting, or investment background who thrives in commercially focused, data-led environments:

• 3+ years' experience in strategy consulting, corporate development, or healthcare investment
• Strong financial modelling and market analysis skills
• Commercial acumen with a strategic mindset and structured approach to problem solving
• Experience preparing high-quality presentation material for senior or investor audiences
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, cross-functional setting

Role and Reporting Lines

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Projects and working closely with the Commercial Director, this role will support executive-level strategic work across investment planning, market growth, and operational performance:

• Strategic Research
  – Assess new market and service opportunities through commercial and sector analysis
• Project Support
  – Work across internal teams to deliver business cases and implementation plans
• Investment Modelling
  – Build and analyse models to support capital allocation and strategic decisions
• Board Support
  – Assist in preparing materials for board meetings and investor reporting
• Market Intelligence
  – Monitor competitor activity, policy shifts, and sector trends
• Cross-Team Collaboration
  – Work closely with Finance, Clinical, and Operations on major strategic initiatives
• Performance Analysis
  – Track KPIs and project performance across key programmes
• Commercial Insight
  – Translate insights into recommendations to support executive decision-making

Interested in this position?

To apply, please submit your CV to Emma Murphy, who is managing this assignment, via the link below.

About Us:

Buttercups Uniforms has been a leading provider for 36 years, supplying high-quality uniforms for hospitality, corporate, medical, pharmacy, healthcare, and beauty professionals. Our aim is to empower workers in these sectors with comfortable, stylish, and functional clothing that boosts their appearance and performance.

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Role Overview:

The Business Development Role at Buttercups Uniforms Limited will play a vital role in attracting new clients. Your duties include identifying and securing potential customers, with a focus on turning prospects into long-term clients across various channels. You will use your excellent communication skills and persuasive abilities to present our products and services to key decision-makers in the hospitality, corporate, medical, pharmaceutical, healthcare, and beauty sectors.

Responsibilities:

• New Customer Acquisition: Develop and nurture leads, converting them into satisfied customers. Initiate outbound calls to prospective clients and conduct face-to-face meetings to introduce Buttercups Uniforms and identify their uniform needs.
• Customer and Channel Development: Cultivate strong relationships with clients and identify new opportunities for cross-sell, upsell, and referrals across existing and new channels and industries.
• CRM Expertise: Use CRM software to build and maintain a strong base of leads. Leverage technology to communicate with prospects and customers as well as to generate regular weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience with a focus on new customer acquisition across various channels and industries.
• Strong ability to engage potential clients effectively.
• Proven success in achieving targets.
• Previous experience with various CRM systems for communication, lead management, reporting and people management.
• Familiarity with the healthcare, hospitality, or beauty industry is highly desirable.
• A self-starter personality with strong resilience and a can-do attitude.
• A team player.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the uniform industry.
• Opportunity to develop into top-level management.

If you're passionate about customer acquisition and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you

Business Development & Account Manager – Facial Aesthetics

Dublin base, covering ROI & NI | Company car & travel expenses

Are you a natural relationship builder with a passion for sales and healthcare innovation?

DMI are looking for a Business Development & Account Manager to join our growing team, helping dental and aesthetic clinics bring world-class
facial aesthetics
solutions to their patients.

This is more than just a sales role — it's about being a trusted partner to healthcare professionals. You'll combine consultative selling with genuine product expertise, ensuring our clients feel supported every step of the way.

What you'll be doing

• Building and nurturing strong relationships with clinics across your territory.
• Developing new business opportunities while maximising growth from existing accounts.
• Acting as the go-to expert for our facial aesthetics product range.
• Creating innovative sales strategies and promoting offers to drive results.
• Working closely with colleagues across telesales, training, and customer service for a seamless client experience.
• Representing DMI at trade shows and industry events.

What we're looking for

• 5+ years of B2B sales experience with a proven track record of hitting or exceeding targets.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.
• Experience in Dental, Pharmaceutical, Aesthetics or Medical Sales is a plus — but not essential.
• A self-starter who enjoys autonomy and thrives on building long-term relationships.
• A full driving licence (you'll be out meeting clients regularly).

What you'll get in return

• Competitive base salary + commission
• Company car & travel expenses covered
• Ongoing training and professional development
• The chance to grow in a dynamic, innovative industry
• A supportive team culture where your success is celebrated

At DMI we're passionate about helping clinics deliver life-changing results for their patients. If you're ready to take the next step in your sales career and make an impact in the world of facial aesthetics, we'd love to hear from you.

Who are DMI

Dental Medical Ireland (DMI) is a distributor of dental products, equipment, and engineering / after-sales support for dental surgeries with offices in Dublin (Leixlip), Cork, and Lisburn (Northern Ireland). We Supply a wide range of consumables (disposables, materials etc.) used in dental clinics, from many leading manufacturers, equipment from well-known brands (A-dec, Planmeca, KaVo, Dentsply Sirona, etc.) and provide installation, maintenance and engineering support / after-sales service. We have trained engineers nationwide. We also operate an online web shop with customer-service support, live chat and next-day delivery for many items.

By utilising our Dental Directory's experience in Aesthetics sales & distribution through MedFx, DMI hopes to grow this area within its existing dental customers and new and existing aesthetic customers in Ireland.

Business Development - Full Sale Cycle Role (Account Executive)

Archer Recruitment is an IT specialist recruitment agency. We partner with leading organisations across a variety of industries to deliver top IT talent. Our Business Development Team is at the forefront of our growth — winning new business, expanding existing partnerships, and driving the company's strategic vision forward.

The Opportunity

We're on an ambitious journey to expand beyond the Irish market. To achieve this, we're looking for a high-performing Business Development / Sales Development Professional to join our team. This is a full sales cycle role, giving you ownership and control from prospecting through to closing.

This is more than just a sales job — it's a consultative, service-focused role in a specialist sector. It's also an accelerated pathway to leadership, offering the chance to become an influential player within Archer's organisation.

Why Join Us?

• Ownership & Impact:
  Manage your own accounts end-to-end, from identifying opportunities to negotiating and closing deals.
• Career Growth:
  Clear pathway to leadership with real progression opportunities as we expand internationally.
• Collaboration & Learning:
  This is an
  onsite role
  designed to maximise collaboration. Learn directly from experienced colleagues, contribute to team success, and develop your leadership skills by supporting and mentoring others.
• Specialist Sector:
  Work in a consultative, service-driven environment, no "transactional" or "product" sales, but true relationship building.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Identify, prospect, and engage with new clients across industries to grow Archer's client base.
• Build and maintain strong, consultative relationships with existing clients to expand accounts.
• Lead the full sales cycle from initial outreach to contract negotiation and closing.
• Work closely with our recruitment consultants to ensure seamless delivery of IT talent to clients.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the Business Development function and the wider business.

What We're Looking For:

• 2–4 years' experience in
  B2B sales
  with demonstrable progression and achievements.
• Experience managing or contributing to the
  full sales cycle
  (prospecting through closing).
• Strong consultative selling skills — ideally from a service-based sales environment.
• Ambition, resilience, and a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• A collaborative mindset with a desire to learn, grow, and eventually lead.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
• Structured career development with a clear route to leadership.
• A dynamic, supportive team environment where your input is valued.
• Exposure to high-value clients and the chance to become a subject-matter expert in IT recruitment.

For more information, contact Saoirse Lawton on or email

About SAINT Studios:

SAINT Studios is a premium wellness and fitness destination based in the heart of Dublin, known for delivering exceptional experiences across fitness, recovery, and well-being. We cater to a wide audience from wellness-conscious locals and domestic clients to international tourists and corporate groups seeking bespoke experiences. We're expanding our team with a dynamic and results-driven Business Development & Partnerships Manager to lead the charge on growing revenue across all channels.

Role Overview:

We're looking for a Business Development & Partnerships Manager with a sharp commercial mindset, creative vision, and relentless energy to drive sales, forge partnerships, and lead brand collaborations from concept to execution.

You'll be responsible for growing revenue across all touchpoints from corporate wellness and domestic memberships to tourist experiences and commercial collaborations. If you're someone who knows how to break down doors, build powerful relationships, and deliver results with warmth and professionalism, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales & Revenue Growth

• Drive B2B and B2C revenue across corporate, domestic, commercial, and tourist markets.
• Develop tailored wellness packages for companies, teams, hotels, and visiting groups.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities that align with SAINT Studios' brand and goals.
• Own and manage the full sales pipeline from lead generation to negotiation and conversion.

Brand Collaborations & Partnerships

• Lead all brand partnerships and collaborations from ideation through to implementation.
• Work with aligned brands, creators, and agencies on co-branded events, pop-ups, activations, and cross-promotional campaigns.
• Ensure all collaborations reflect SAINT Studios' premium standards and wellness ethos.

Strategic Business Development

• Establish strong networks within Dublin's corporate, wellness, hospitality, and tourism sectors.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with hotels, DMCs, tourism bodies, and local businesses.
• Identify new growth opportunities and untapped markets.

Client Relationship Management

• Deliver a warm, welcoming, and professional experience at every client touchpoint.
• Build long-term client relationships, focusing on retention, upselling, and referrals.

Operations & CRM

• Use Mindbody software to manage client pipelines, track performance, and optimize studio capacity.
• Work cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless client experiences.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in business development, sales, partnerships, or brand collaborations.
• Strong commercial acumen with a history of delivering measurable growth.
• Experience using Mindbody software is essential.
• A natural networker charismatic, confident, and relationship-focused.
• Driven, proactive, and resilient able to overcome challenges and generate momentum from scratch.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A deep passion for wellness, fitness, and creating positive experiences for others.

What We Offer:

• Day off for your Birthday after one year of service.
• Refer-a-friend bonus.
• Employee discount in SOLE Seafood and Grill and our award-winning sister Restaurant FIRE Steakhouse & Bar and SAINT Studios.
• Bike to work scheme & Commuter TaxSaver Annual Tickets.
• Professional training and education support.
• Regular employee events.
• Christmas Saving Club.
• Employee of the Month Awards.
• Employer Pension contribution after two years of service.
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave after two years of service.
• One to One information on Tax and Payroll on request.
• Death in Service Benefit.

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