Business Development Manager
hace 11 días
Wokingham
Role: Business Development Manager \n Salary: £40-45k plus Benefits and Commission \n Job Status: Full Time/ Permanent \n Location: Remote (with two days per month at Head Office in Wokingham, plus travel across Kent, Essex and London) \n Vacancy Reference: VR/05428 \n Role Description: \n Our client is a well-established provider of professional cleaning solutions, delivering high-quality services since 1999. Supporting over 450 clients across southern England-including schools, offices, medical centres, and leisure facilities-they have built a strong reputation for reliability, value, and outstanding customer service, while maintaining a personal, client-focused approach. \n The Role: \n Reporting to the Head of Sales & Marketing, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Business Development Manager to play a key role in driving continued growth. You will be responsible for developing a robust pipeline, converting opportunities, and building long-term client relationships. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Proactively identify and target new business opportunities (approx. 2 days per week)\n, • Book and attend qualified appointments within defined geographic areas\n, • Manage and convert a high volume of inbound leads\n, • Conduct site visits, surveys, and prepare tailored service proposals\n, • Negotiate contracts and handle objections effectively\n, • Build and manage client relationships from initial contact through to close\n, • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and new opportunities\n, • Collaborate with operations to ensure seamless onboarding of new contracts\n\n About You: \n\n • Experienced Business Development Manager, ideally within cleaning or FM\n, • Proven track record in direct sales and closing high-value contracts (£1.5m+ annually)\n, • Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills\n, • Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team\n, • Experience in education or healthcare sectors advantageous\n, • Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK\n\n What’s on Offer: \n\n • Flexible working (predominantly remote with minimal office attendance)\n, • Company vehicle or mileage allowance\n, • iPad, laptop, and mobile phone\n, • Competitive salary with uncapped commission (OTE £75K+)\n, • Up to 27 days’ annual leave + pension scheme\n, • Ongoing training and career development opportunities\n, • Supportive, inclusive culture with regular team events and recognition awards\n\n If you’re a driven sales professional looking to join a growing, reputable organisation with strong earning potential and flexibility, this role offers an excellent next step in your career. \n \n