Business Development Executive

JR United Kingdom; Bourton-on-the-Water; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Business Development Executive, where your passion for architecture and relationship-building will help shape the future of premium brand experiences. This role offers the chance to engage with architects and affluent clients, ensuring that every interaction reinforces the brand's commitment to quality and innovation. With a strong emphasis on personal growth and a values-led culture, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values professionalism and resilience. If you are a motivated individual looking to make a significant impact in the architectural industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company EV with charging facilities

Flexible working hours

Employee ownership

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development and sales.
• Experience within the architectural or luxury sectors.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth by building relationships with architects.
• Consult with high-net-worth clients on premium projects.
• Deliver CPDs and presentations to industry professionals.

Skills

Business Development

Relationship Building

Sales Strategy

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Experience in Business Development

Experience in Architectural Industry

Experience in Luxury Brand

Job description

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Client:

The Rooflight Co.

Location:

bourton-on-the-water, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

About The Rooflight Co.

The Rooflight Co. is the manufacturer of premium rooflights for properties of architectural significance. As the pioneers behind The Original Conservation Rooflight in 1993, we have established ourselves as leaders in high-quality rooflight and roof window design, catering to both heritage and historic buildings, as well as contemporary architectural spaces. Our products are the top choice for award-winning architects and are available in classic sizes across our pitched and flat roof collections, as well as through our bespoke solutions service that bring architectural visions to life. Our daylight solutions are specified across diverse sectors, including private residences, museums, art galleries, and prestigious properties such as Blenheim Palace, reflecting their versatility and appeal across a range of settings.

The Role

As Business Development Executive, you will drive growth by building and maintaining strong relationships with architects, acting as the primary point of contact for select architectural practices, fostering trust, loyalty, and a shared vision for premium brand experiences in architecture. You will also play an instrumental part in introducing our brand to our affluent private clients, building trust and credibility as the leading voice in natural top lighting in the industry.

The role requires an individual with a passion for building relationships and networking to develop an ecosystem of contacts within the architectural industry as well as having the ability to build a strong immediate rapport with private clients, feeding live enquiries into the business. Elevating the brand through sophisticated and tailored conversations, the ideal candidate for the role will represent the business with the utmost professionalism, ensuring every interaction reinforces the premium brand.

You will be comfortable in both in-person and online environments, being at ease holding the attention of a room of clients and continuing engagements into social media platforms to keep the business front of mind on natural toplighting projects.

You will be joining a growing, values-led, customer-focused organisation and become an employee-owner. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who thrives in a premium brand context and is passionate about shaping the future of high-end architectural solutions through meaningful, relationship-driven business development.

Accountabilities

• Securing appointments with architect practices that work on premium projects.
• Approaching select high net worth private clients to consult on their projects.
• Deliver a compelling value proposition through CPDs, presentations, social media interactions, and third-party events.
• Deliver CPDs to existing and new architect practices.
• Attend architect events and host small-scale events within budget.
• Foster loyalty and trust, building and maintaining strong relationships with architects, acting as the primary contact for select practices.
• Visit high-net-worth homeowners to showcase the aspirational aspects of natural top lighting in a home.
• Ensure all messaging and delivery manners align with the premium brand.
• Identify opportunities to support live projects, bringing new leads into the business.
• Develop and own an ecosystem of contacts within the premium architectural industry to continue feeding enquiries.
• Provide market insights and identify potential opportunities to meet customer needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in a business development role with a proven track record of identifying and pursuing new business opportunities that result in sales (Essential)
• Experience in the architectural industry or built environment (Essential)
• Experience working in a premium or luxury brand (Essential)
• A results-driven, “hunter” sales mentality with the ability to build long-term relationships.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence delivering CPD sessions to industry professionals.
• Confident with technical information.
• Strong understanding of the specification sales process and influencing project decision-making.
• A disciplined approach to maintaining client records.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel throughout the UK.
• Proactive, tenacious, self-motivated, capable of working independently within a supportive team environment.

What we value

As an employee-owned business, our mission is driven by our three Guiding Principles - Values-led Culture, Innovation, and Long-term Sustainability. These principles guide our decision-making and activities.

Our vision is to be the preferred choice of customers and employees, adding value, feeling valued, creating a legacy through innovation, sustainability, and growing exceptional people.

To succeed, you will need to demonstrate alignment with our five values – Ownership, Focus, Professionalism, Resilience, and Pride – each associated with specific behaviors. They foster an environment where personal growth is encouraged, nurtured, and recognized.

The Package

• Location: Bourton-on-the-Water with UK-wide travel.
• Working hours: 37.5 hours, with occasional evening events. Part-time considered (minimum 22.5 hours over three days).
• Travel Arrangements: Company EV with charging facilities.