Business Development Manager, South East

Business Development Manager
Kent, Essex & London (Hybrid/Remote)
40,000 - 45,000 Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission (OTE 75,000+)
Permanent | Full-Time

An established facilities management and commercial services provider is seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to support continued growth across Kent, Essex and London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing new business opportunities, and closing high-value contracts. The role offers significant autonomy, a strong pipeline of inbound enquiries, and an attractive commission structure.

The Role

Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities and growing market share across your designated region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities
• Generating and qualifying leads through proactive business development activity
• Managing and converting inbound enquiries
• Conducting client meetings and site surveys
• Preparing tailored service proposals and quotations
• Negotiating commercial agreements and closing contracts
• Building long-term client relationships
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure successful contract mobilisation
• Monitoring market trends and competitor activity

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A proven track record in business development and sales
• Experience selling business services or facilities management solutions
• Strong prospecting, networking and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing the full sales cycle from lead generation through to contract award
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently
• A valid UK driving licence

Experience within facilities management, cleaning services, healthcare, education, or related service sectors would be highly advantageous.

Package

• 40,000 - 45,000 basic salary
• Uncapped commission structure
• OTE 75,000+
• Company vehicle or mileage allowance
• Laptop, mobile phone and tablet provided
• Hybrid working with significant flexibility
• Pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Employee recognition and reward programmes