Business Development Manager
About the company:
My client is a well-established and forward-thinking design & build contractor with a strong track record of delivering high-quality commercial interiors. They specialise in transforming workplaces into inspiring, functional environments — managing projects from concept to completion across a variety of sectors.
With a healthy project pipeline and an ambitious growth plan, they’re now looking to strengthen their commercial team with a driven and motivated individual eager to build a long-term career in business development.
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, confident, and commercially minded individual to join a leading name in the workplace design and fit-out sector.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the sales function — identifying new business opportunities, researching potential clients, and gathering valuable market insights. You’ll be the first point of contact in uncovering potential projects and will help shape the company’s future growth strategy.
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Making outbound calls to businesses to gather accurate and up-to-date information.
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Researching and capturing details on:
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Lease expiries and office move plans.
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Key decision-makers and decision-making processes.
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Refurbishment, relocation, or expansion plans.
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Identifying and qualifying new project opportunities to support the business development team.
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Maintaining and updating the CRM with accurate, high-quality data.
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Utilising tools such as LinkedIn, Lusha, CoStar, and internal databases to enhance outreach.
This position offers excellent training, professional development, and a clear pathway into a Business Development Executive role for the right person.
Rewards & Benefits:
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Competitive starting salary.
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Uncapped commission/bonus linked to performance and lead generation success.
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25 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays).
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Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
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Supportive, collaborative team culture.
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Workplace pension scheme (after 12 months).
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Excellent long-term career progression opportunities.
Requirements:
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Strong communication skills and a confident, professional phone manner.
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A naturally curious mindset with the ability to ask insightful questions.
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Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
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Self-motivated, resilient, and target-driven.
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Comfortable speaking with senior-level professionals.
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Previous experience in sales, research, or customer engagement is advantageous but not essential