Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Location:

Hybrid - 1 day per week in Berkshire Head Office, remainder home/field-based across London & the South East

Salary: £45,000 Basic + Uncapped Commission (OTE £75,000+)

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Contract:

Permanent, Full-Time

We are partnering with a well‑established and growing commercial services provider. The organisation has been operating for over 25 years and delivers high‑quality cleaning and facilities services to a broad client base across education, healthcare, corporate, and leisure sectors. With a strong reputation, consistent growth, and a healthy volume of inbound enquiries, this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional to make a real impact.

Reporting directly to the Head of Sales & Marketing, you will take ownership of developing new business opportunities across London and the South East. This is a hybrid position offering flexibility, autonomy, and excellent earning potential.

• Proactively identify and target new business opportunities
• Manage and qualify a substantial number of inbound leads
• Book and attend client meetings and site surveys
• Prepare tailored proposals and pricing solutions
• Handle objections and negotiate contracts
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact to contract mobilisation
• Work closely with operations to ensure smooth onboarding of new clients
• Stay up to date with market trends and competitor activity

I am keen to speak with experienced Business Development Managers who thrive in a target‑driven environment and have a strong track record of closing high‑value service contracts.

• Proven experience in direct, service‑based sales
• A track record of selling contracts valued at £1.5m+ annually
• Experience balancing inbound leads with proactive prospecting
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• A resilient, self‑motivated approach
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience with in cleaning, facilities management, education, or healthcare sectors would be highly advantageous, though not essential.

• Hybrid working (typically 1 day office‑based, 4 days remote/field)
• Company vehicle or mileage allowance
• Laptop, tablet, and mobile phone
• Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission (OTE £75k+)
• Up to 27 days' annual leave (service dependent)
• Pension scheme
• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive working culture
• Team events and recognition initiatives