Business Development Manager

UKR Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Private medical and dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexitime

Hybrid working

Job summary

UKR GROUP is actively seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth in our construction recruitment division. You will own a portfolio of clients, win new business and open doors with contractors across the construction industry.

The role focuses on targets, relationship-building with decision-makers, and generating recruitment opportunities for our delivery team. Expect hybrid working options and a fast-paced, performance-driven environment with uncapped earning potential

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' business development or recruitment experience.
• Previous experience within construction recruitment required.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities across the construction sector.
• Build relationships with contractors, developers, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Identify hiring opportunities and secure recruitment agreements.
• Arrange and attend client meetings (in person and virtually).
• Negotiate commercial terms and maximise revenue opportunities.
• Work closely with our recruitment consultants to ensure a smooth handover of vacancies.
• Maintain regular contact with existing clients to identify further opportunities.
• Consistently meet and exceed sales and revenue targets.
• Keep CRM systems updated with client activity and pipeline information.

Skills

Billing track record

New business development

Client relationship building

Profit portfolio growth

Construction sector experience

360 recruitment experience

Phone prospecting

Interviewing and negotiation

Communication skills

CRM proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Job description

UKR GROUP is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to drive the growth of our construction recruitment division.

About the Role

This is a sales-focused role for someone who enjoys winning new business, building long-term client relationships, and opening doors with contractors across the construction industry. You'll be responsible for developing your own portfolio of clients and generating new recruitment opportunities for our delivery team. If you're a confident salesperson who thrives on targets, enjoys speaking to decision-makers, and has a proven track record of winning new business, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities across the construction sector
• Build relationships with contractors, developers, subcontractors, and consultants
• Identify hiring opportunities and secure recruitment agreements
• Arrange and attend client meetings (in person and virtually)
• Negotiate commercial terms and maximise revenue opportunities
• Work closely with our recruitment consultants to ensure a smooth handover of vacancies
• Maintain regular contact with existing clients to identify further opportunities
• Consistently meet and exceed sales and revenue targets
• Keep CRM systems updated with client activity and pipeline information

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' business development or recruitment experience
• Previous experience within construction recruitment required

Required Skills

• Demonstrable track record of billing consistently and developing your own client base.
• Experience winning new clients and developing business relationships
• Proven ability to develop and grow a profitable client portfolio.
• Construction sector experience preferred
• Strong track record in 360 recruitment and billings
• Confident business developer – comfortable picking up the phone and winning new clients
• Demonstrable ability to fill roles quickly and effectively
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised, target-driven, and self-motivated
• Strong understanding of CRM systems and MS Office

Preferred Skills

• Construction sector experience preferred

Pay range and compensation package

• Competitive salary + uncapped commission + bonus scheme

What we offer

• Competitive salary + uncapped commission + bonus scheme
• Company pension
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexitime and hybrid working options
• Fast-paced, performance-driven environment with genuine earning potential

Equal Opportunity Statement

UKR GROUP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.