Locations: North UK (1 role) / South UK (1 role)
Working Pattern: Remote / Field-Based with Weekly Head Office Reporting
About the Role
We are looking to appoint two driven and commercially focused Business Development Managers to support the continued growth of our construction recruitment business.
This is a pure new business role, focused on identifying, developing, and securing new client relationships across our core markets. You will play a key role in expanding our client base and strengthening our presence across the UK.
Unlike traditional recruitment roles, this position is fully dedicated to front-end sales and business generation. All delivery and candidate resourcing is managed by our centralised team, allowing you to focus entirely on winning new business.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively identify and target new client opportunities across our core sectors
Conduct detailed market mapping to understand key players, competitors, and opportunities
Build and manage a pipeline of prospective clients
Carry out cold outreach via phone, email, and networking activities
Arrange and attend client meetings (head office and site visits)
Present service offerings and tailored recruitment solutions
Prepare and issue proposals to prospective clients
Negotiate commercial terms and agree Terms of Business
Successfully close deals and onboard new clients
Maintain accurate records of activity and pipeline development
Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure smooth client handover
Markets You Will Cover
Construction
Civil Engineering
M&E (Mechanical & Electrical)
Heavy Industrial
About You
We are open to candidates from either:
A recruitment background (ideally within construction or related sectors), or
A construction/commercial background with proven experience in business development or client-facing rolesYou will be:
A confident communicator with strong negotiation skills
Highly self-motivated and target-driven
Comfortable working remotely and managing your own schedule
Experienced in generating new business through proactive outreach
Commercially aware with the ability to identify and capitalise on opportunities
Professional in client-facing environments, including site visits
Working Structure
Primarily remote (home/mobile working)
Weekly reporting into Head Office
Monthly or bi-monthly meetings with Directors (in-person or virtual)
Travel required for client meetings and site visits
What We Offer
A pure business development role with no delivery responsibility
Strong internal resourcing support to fulfil client requirements
Opportunity to play a key role in scaling a growing business
Competitive salary and commission structure
Flexibility and autonomy in how you manage your day
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year