Business Development Manager

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: North East Region

Package: Circa £40,000 + Commission + Company Car

The Company:
This is an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join a fast-growing and ambitious facilities management business. Operating nationwide, the company delivers integrated services across areas such as electrical, HVAC, fire safety, waste management and renewables.

The business has built a strong reputation for quality, compliance and long-term client partnerships across sectors including manufacturing, logistics and commercial environments. As a Business Development Manager, you will be joining a forward-thinking organisation that invests in its people and rewards success.

Job Description:
This Business Development Manager role is a pure new business position, ideal for a driven “hunter” who thrives on winning new clients.

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying opportunities, opening doors and securing meetings with key decision-makers across target sectors. You will focus solely on generating new business, building a strong pipeline and creating opportunities for the wider team to convert.

Key responsibilities include:

• Proactively targeting new clients across manufacturing, logistics, retail and commercial sectors
• Conducting outbound activity including cold calling, LinkedIn outreach and networking
• Securing meetings with senior decision-makers such as FM Managers, Operations Directors and Procurement leads
• Building and nurturing early-stage client relationships
• Managing and tracking activity through CRM systems
• Meeting and exceeding KPIs for calls, meetings and opportunities generated
• Representing the business at events, exhibitions and industry forums
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure smooth handover of qualified opportunities

This Business Development Manager role offers full autonomy, allowing you to take ownership of your pipeline and success.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager in a pure new business role
• Background in facilities management, M&E, building services or similar (desirable)
• Strong track record of generating your own leads and winning new clients
• Confident cold caller with a proactive and resilient approach
• Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
• Self-motivated, target-driven and highly organised
• Experience using CRM systems and managing sales pipelines

Why Should You Apply?
If you are a Business Development Manager who enjoys the thrill of winning new business and wants to be part of a growing, ambitious organisation, this is an excellent opportunity.

You’ll benefit from strong earning potential, real autonomy and the chance to play a key role in the company’s growth journey. This Business Development Manager position is perfect for someone looking to make a tangible impact while being well rewarded for their success.