Business Development Manager

Searchland; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Searchland is seeking a Business Development Manager in London to drive customer acquisition and foster client relationships in the fast-paced construction industry. The ideal candidate will thrive in a startup environment, showcasing sales skills and a passion for SaaS. Benefits include flexible hours, generous leave, and ample opportunities for training and growth.

Benefits

Flexibility on location and hours

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

A MacBook and full home office setup

Free lunch and drinks first week of every month

Team socials

Fast-track promotion opportunities

Qualifications

• Right to Work in the UK.
• Natural sales mindset with a results-driven attitude.
• Eagerness to learn and face challenges.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential clients through various channels.
• Convert leads into long-term customers and conduct product demonstrations.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure customer satisfaction and gather client feedback.

Skills

Confidence

Resilience

Communication

Persuasion

Job description

Business Development Manager (JOB-344643)

Location Greater London, England Sector Building & Construction Salary £30,000.00 to £35,000.00 per annum

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Job Title: Business Development Manager
Industry: Building & Construction
Team: Buildscout
Location: Greater London, SouthEast E1, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time
Workplace Type: Hybrid – 3 days a week in our Old Street office, London
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience) with uncapped commission
Reporting to: Commercial Director

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This role is for Buildscout, a sister company of Searchland, focused on transforming lead generation in the construction industry.

About Buildscout
Buildscout was founded with a clear mission – to empower property and construction professionals by transforming planning application data into valuable sales opportunities.
Backed and supported by Searchland, the UK’s leading B2B proptech company, Buildscout helps professionals secure high-quality, location-specific leads through automated outreach and an intuitive campaign dashboard.

We are looking for a Business Development Manager to drive customer acquisition, build strong client relationships, and play a key role in our commercial growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced startup environment and have a passion for SaaS sales, property, and construction, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify and engage potential clients through cold calls, emails, LinkedIn outreach, and networking events.


• Convert qualified leads into long-term customers, moving them efficiently through the sales funnel.


• Conduct product demonstrations, showcasing how Buildscout provides value to property and construction professionals.


• Work closely with prospective clients to understand their needs and close deals effectively.


• Collaborate with Customer Success and Product teams to ensure smooth onboarding and ongoing satisfaction.


• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activity, and market demands to refine sales strategies.


• Attend trade shows, industry meetups, and networking events to generate new opportunities.


• Gather client feedback and share insights to improve sales processes and product offerings.


• Take ownership of personal sales targets and contribute to overall business growth.


• Help refine and optimise the sales process for efficiency and effectiveness.

Experience
Essential Requirements
• Right to Work in the UK
• A natural sales mindset – confidence, resilience, and a competitive, results-driven attitude
• Eagerness to learn and take on challenges
• Strong communication and persuasion skills

Desired (Not Essential)
• Exposure to B2B sales or tech product environments
• Experience in customer-facing roles such as telesales, hospitality, retail, call centres, or sports


What You’ll Get
• Flexibility on location and hours
• Employee EMI scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday day off and Christmas office shutdown as gifted leave
• A MacBook and full home office setup
• Free lunch and drinks the first week of every month
• Team socials like bake-offs, 3 Peaks, and more
• Staycations and team holidays abroad (subject to targets)
• Fast-track promotion opportunities
• £500 personal growth fund annually
• Training in sales and the property industry