Business Development Manager
A fantastic opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join a fast growing, commercially focused organisation operating within a regulated, infrastructure led environment. This role sits within a national sales division and focuses on winning new business and developing long term client relationships across a broad range of enterprise and multi site customers. The Business Development Manager will play a key role in identifying, shaping and closing complex opportunities, particularly where solutions involve ongoing service, maintenance and future expansion. This is a highly consultative role, well suited to someone who enjoys autonomy, relationship led sales and building long term commercial value rather than one off transactions.
Location: Ideally based in Leeds, Sheffield or Manchester due to travel links. This is a remote role with regional client coverage - you must drive.
Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 basic + car allowance + commission (commission structure to be confirmed for 2026)
Requirements for Business Development Manager:
Strong commercial experience in a Business Development, Sales or New Business focused role
Proven ability to win new business through consultative selling and negotiation
Essential experience selling solutions that involve installation alongside an ongoing servicing, maintenance or support contract
Essential experience within infrastructure, utilities, facilities, construction, energy, sustainability or similar technical B2B environments
Demonstrable experience identifying follow on sales, upgrades or expansion opportunities within existing accounts
Experience working with complex or multi stakeholder customer environments
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Comfortable presenting to senior stakeholders and decision makers
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage pricing, margin and internal approvals
Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools
Highly organised, self motivated and able to manage multiple opportunities concurrently
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with internal teams
Flexible and proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new opportunities
Strong problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
Responsibilities for Business Development Manager:
Win new business and develop new commercial opportunities across target sectors
Act as a key representative for the business to increase brand awareness and regional market presence
Identify leads, secure meetings with prospective clients and manage opportunities through the full sales lifecycle
Support site visits, surveys or discovery sessions to inform commercial proposals where required
Deliver high quality client presentations, tenders and proposals with a strong focus on conversion rate
Take responsibility for managing pricing and ensuring appropriate internal sign off prior to submission
Develop a sound understanding of cost drivers, service models, operational constraints and delivery considerations
Identify risks that could impact productivity, timelines or long term commercial viability
Think creatively to identify additional revenue opportunities through service contracts, renewals or solution expansion
Work closely with delivery, operations and project management teams to ensure a professional handover post sale
Maintain accurate, detailed and up to date records within the CRM system
Manage personal KPIs, pipeline performance and reporting requirements
Develop a strong understanding of the market landscape, competitor offerings and regional growth opportunities
Act as a positive ambassador for the organisation’s solutions and long term strategy
Demonstrate commitment to personal development, feedback and continuous improvement
Lead by example through work ethic, attitude and alignment with company values
What the role offers:
The opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong commercial pipeline
A remote, regionally focused role offering autonomy and ownership
Competitive basic salary with commission and additional incentives
Exposure to complex, long term customer relationships rather than one off sales
A business that values collaboration, ideas and sustainable growth
Applications:
If you would like to apply for this Business Development Manager role, please send your CV via the relevant links.
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Keywords: Business Development Manager / Sales Manager / New Business Manager / Commercial Manager / Account Development Manager / Strategic Sales / Enterprise Sales / B2B Sales / Infrastructure Sales / Facilities Sales / Technical Sales / Service Led Sales / Contract Based Sales / CRM / Commercial Negotiation / Client Engagement
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