Business Development Manager

Building Careers UK; Ringway; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national contractor is seeking a Regional Business Development Manager to support growth in the North West region. The ideal candidate will have experience in the public sector with a strong understanding of procurement dynamics. Responsibilities include identifying opportunities and managing client relationships while collaborating with internal teams. Competitive salary up to £70,000, with a comprehensive benefits package including car allowance and professional development access.

Benefits

Car allowance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme & life cover

Mental wellbeing app

Retail discounts

Access to professional development

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a business development role within the public sector.
• An established regional contact base.
• Ability to develop and convert a sustainable project pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure profitable pipeline opportunities within the public sector.
• Build and manage relationships with public sector clients and strategic partners.
• Conduct market analysis and report on BD activity.

Skills

Business development experience

Understanding of framework agreements

Decarbonisation agenda understanding

Excellent communication skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Motivated and results-focused

Education

Minimum HND/HNC level in relevant discipline

Job description

We're currently recruiting on behalf of a leading national building and maintenance contractor operating at the forefront of sustainability, regeneration, and public sector delivery. They are looking to appoint a Regional Business Development Manager to help drive their strategic growth across the North West region.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure profitable short- and long-term pipeline opportunities within the public sector including Education, Healthcare, Local Authority and Social Housing
• Build and manage relationships with public sector clients, framework leads, and strategic partners.
• Conduct market analysis to spot trends, track competitor activity, and respond to client needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to tailor proposals and client solutions.
• Manage and update CRM systems and report on BD activity and pipeline progress.
• Represent the business at industry events, forums, and stakeholder meetings across the region.

What We're Looking For

• Demonstrable experience in a business development role within the public sector
• Strong understanding of framework agreements, public procurement, and sector dynamics
• An understanding of the decarbonisation agenda within the public sector
• An established regional contact base
• Ability to develop and convert a sustainable project pipeline
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Highly motivated, confident, resilient, and results-focused
• Minimum HND/ HNC Level, in a relevant acknowledged course

Package & Benefits

• Salary up to £70,000
• Car allowance
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension scheme & life cover (2x salary)
• Mental wellbeing app & 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail, gym, and cycle-to-work discounts
• Access to professional development, qualifications, and training

This is a unique chance to join a forward-thinking organisation during a period of growth and transformation. You'll play a key role in shaping regional partnerships and delivering projects that make a meaningful impact across the UK