Regional Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Social Housing – Planned Maintenance

Home Based London & South East

An established national services provider is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to support continued growth within the social housing planned maintenance sector.

To increase revenue and profitability through the targeted acquisition of new planned maintenance contracts within the social housing sector.

To manage and develop a robust pipeline of opportunities aligned to long‑term business strategy.

To build and maintain strong relationships with housing associations, local authorities, consultants and key stakeholders.

To act as a focal point for growth, working collaboratively with operational, commercial and bid teams to deliver compelling client solutions.

Own and manage a pipeline of planned maintenance opportunities, ensuring appropriate coverage, forecasting and reporting.

Identify and develop new business opportunities across the social housing sector, taking a proactive and consultative approach to the market.

Build strategic relationships with existing and prospective clients, consultants and influencers to shape opportunities ahead of procurement.

Lead and contribute to bid strategies, acting as the voice of the customer throughout the bid and governance process.

Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure solutions are deliverable, commercially viable and aligned with client needs.

Support contract award, close‑out and mobilisation, ensuring effective handover and client relationship continuity.

Maintain accurate CRM data, providing clear visibility of pipeline, win rates and market trends.

Represent the business professionally within the sector, attending industry events, forums and client meetings as required.

Take personal responsibility for health and safety and promote best practice at all times.

Proven track record of winning planned maintenance contracts within the social housing sector.

Demonstrable experience working with housing associations, local authorities and public sector procurement routes.

Strong understanding of the social housing planned maintenance market, customer drivers and funding environments.

Experienced in managing end‑to‑end business development processes, from early engagement through to contract award.

Commercially astute, results‑driven and comfortable operating in a competitive, target‑focused environment.

Excellent influencing, presentation and communication skills, with the ability to build credibility at all levels.

Self‑motivated and disciplined, able to work effectively in a home‑based role with national travel as required.

Home‑based position with regional travel.

Opportunity to join a well‑established, financially secure organisation with a strong presence in social housing.

If you’re interested in this role, please contact Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment.