Business Development Manager

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a fast-growing start-up / scale-up business operating within the environmental and sustainability sector.
This is a key role for someone who thrives in a growth environment and wants to play a pivotal part in shaping strategy, building relationships, and winning new business across high-impact sectors.
The Opportunity
Our client is on an ambitious growth journey, delivering innovative solutions across sectors including:
Water providers
Social housing
Local authorities

They are looking for a commercially driven individual who can identify, develop, and convert opportunities, helping to expand their footprint and secure long-term partnerships.

The Role
Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across target sectors
Lead on bids, proposals, and tender submissions
Create and implement strategic business development plans
Work closely with internal teams to align solutions with client needs
Drive revenue growth and support the company’s scaling strategy

What We’re Looking For
Proven track record in business development and winning work
Strong experience within water, social housing, or local authority sectors
Demonstrable ability to generate and convert new opportunities
Commercially astute with strong negotiation and influencing skills
Self-starter, comfortable working in a fast-paced, scale-up environment
Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills

What’s on Offer
Opportunity to join a high-growth, purpose-driven business
Genuine influence on company growth and direction
Flexible / hybrid working
Long-term career progression as the business scales