Business Development Manager

SRS Recruitment Solutions; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead project acquisition and account management in the Midlands. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in office fit-out and workplace solutions, along with strong presentation and commercial skills. This field-based role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and uncapped commission potential. Join a dynamic team and influence workplace design significantly.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Uncapped commission

Pension and holidays

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in office fit-out and workplace solutions.
• Ability to present creative proposals effectively.
• Strong understanding of balancing client vision with profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead in finding and winning new workplace projects.
• Manage and grow key end-user accounts.
• Build relationships with decision makers and consultants.

Skills

Office fit-out experience

Confidence in presentations

Strong commercial acumen

Passion for design

Charisma and energy

Job description

Overview

Vacancy No 5394

Job Title: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER | PROJECT CONSULTANT

Location: MIDLANDS | NATIONAL UK (when required)

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A FIXED AND FIELD BASED ROLE THEREFORE CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCATED WITHIN A REASONABLE COMMUTE TO MY CLIENTS NORTH LEICESTERSHIRE OFFICES (45 MIN - 1 HOUR MAX).

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST BE PREPARED TO TRAVEL AROUND THE UK AS & WHEN REQUIRED HOWEVER A MAJORITY OF PROJECT BASED WORK WILL BE LOCATED IN CENTRAL ENGLAND.

Responsibilities

• Taking the lead in finding, pitching, and winning exciting new workplace projects.
• Managing and growing key end-user accounts in sectors like tech, law, finance, insurance, and investment.
• Building strong, trusted relationships with decision makers, designers, project managers, and consultants.
• Leading projects from the first conversation through to delivery, with full team support.
• Bringing ideas into play by contributing to sales strategy and market growth plans.
• Representing the business at industry events, networking, and spotting opportunities before the competition.

Professional Skills & Experience

• Proven track record in office fit-out, D&B and workplace solutions (5+ years).
• Confidence presenting creative proposals that inspire clients and win buy-in.
• Strong commercial acumen - balance client vision with project profitability.
• A passion for design, wellbeing, and creating inspiring workplaces.
• Bags of energy, charisma, and determination; adept at opening doors and closing deals.

Personal Attributes

• Passion for design and workplace wellbeing.
• Strong commercial acumen and sales focus.
• Charismatic, confident, and highly motivated closer.
• Dynamic, sociable, and professional.
• Influential communicator - articulate, engaging, and persuasive.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Basic Salary: £45,000 - £70,000+ (depending on experience).
• £6,000 car allowance.
• Uncapped commission - the harder you push, the more you earn.
• Pension + 24 Days Holiday.
• Clear path to career progression and senior leadership opportunities.
• The chance to shape your role and make a visible impact in a dynamic, creative, and supportive team.

This isn't just a sales job. It's a chance to build lasting partnerships, influence workplace design, and accelerate your career with a respected industry leader.

Ready to take your business development career to the next level? Apply now and let's make it happen!