Business Development Manager

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private pension

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

25 days holiday

Job summary

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) is seeking a Business Development Manager for a home-based role covering the Southeast and London South. This full-time position offers a competitive UK salary and the chance to shape professional membership and development opportunities within the built environment.

You will build partnerships with companies and educators, promote Chartered Company status, and design tailored development solutions with national teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or account management.
• Proven ability to engage senior stakeholders and influence decisions.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities.
• Manage and grow strategic accounts and promote Chartered Company status.
• Collaborate with organisations to develop tailored professional development solutions and Academy training programmes.

Skills

Relationship building

Account management

Strategic networking

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Job Title:Business Development Manager

Location: Home Based - covering Southeast and London South

Working Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £43,000 per year

About Us

Do you want a career where your success helps shape the future of the built environment?

At the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), we're on a mission to improve the quality, safety and professionalism of the construction and built environment sector worldwide.

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate and ambitious Business Development Manager who shares that vision and wants to make a real difference.

This is more than a sales role. It's an opportunity to build meaningful partnerships with companies, educators and industry leaders, helping individuals and organisations access professional membership, training and development opportunities that raise standards across the sector.

Key Responsibilities:

As a key member of the Company Engagement Team, you will:

• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities
• Manage and grow strategic accounts and promote the benefits of Chartered Company status.
• Work closely with organisations to develop tailored professional development solutions and Academy training programmes.

About You

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• A confident relationship builder who thrives on engaging senior stakeholders, influencing decision-makers, and delivering measurable results
• A proven track record in business development, consultative sales or account management.
• Thrives on building lasting relationships and creating new opportunities.
• Motivated by targets but driven by purpose.
• Communicates confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• Brings professionalism, integrity and a genuine desire to support positive change within the built environment.
• Enjoys working independently while collaborating with colleagues across a national team.

What you'll gain:

• The chance to contribute to a respected professional body with a global reputation.
• A role where commercial success directly supports higher standards and greater professionalism across the industry.
• Flexible home-based working and the opportunity to engage with leading organisations across your region.
• A collaborative, values-driven culture where your impact will be recognised.

Why Work for Us?

We offer not only the opportunity to make a real difference through your work but also a friendly, flexible, and supportive working environment. Here's what you can expect:

• A Competitive Salary
• Generous Benefits Package
  • 25 days holiday (rising to 29 with service) plus bank holidays, a birthday day off, and Christmas closure.
  • Private pension scheme with employer contributions and free pension advice.
  • Private medical insurance (includes Online GP and Wellbeing Assistance) and a Health Cash Plan (includes dental and optical cashback).
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies and life assurance.
  • Access to resources supporting wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Programme and mental health first aiders.
• Development Opportunities: Learning and development tailored to your career growth.
• Inclusive Environment: We're a disability-committed and EDI-focused employer, with values that celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
• Recognition: We are proud to say that we hold a Gold Investors in People Award - which we really hope will show you our commitment to you as an employer.

If you're passionate about business development and inspired by the opportunity to help build a more professional, ethical and skilled construction industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Join CIOB and help shape the future of the built environment.