Business Development Manager

Rec2Rec Search; Worksop; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Strong brand reputation

High-quality tools

Job summary

Rec2Rec Search is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new client acquisition across industrial engineering, construction, equipment hire and plant hire markets from Worksop. You will manage your diary around client meetings, travel to sites and build strong commercial relationships.

The role focuses on identifying opportunities, targeting organisations with planned shutdowns, and delivering tailored proposals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales within recruitment, industrial sectors, or related fields.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with client-facing confidence.
• Ability to manage a field-based diary, plan visits and prioritise opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and target organisations with planned shutdowns, maintenance needs, or high-volume staffing requirements.
• Develop tailored proposals and present solutions aligned with client operations.
• Spend two to three days per week visiting clients, conducting site meetings and building relationships.
• Manage a structured pipeline, track activity and report outcomes to support strategic planning.
• Collaborate with recruitment delivery teams to ensure smooth handover from engagement to fulfilment.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and sector developments to spot new opportunities.
• Represent the business professionally at client meetings, industry events and networking opportunities.

Skills

Business development

Client relationships

Sales

Field-based work

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Location: Worksop, although you will manage your own diary around client meetings

A growing recruitment and staffing business is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new client acquisition across industrial engineering, construction, equipment hire and plant hire markets. The company is expanding due to sustained demand and requires a commercially minded professional who can build a strong pipeline, convert opportunities and support long-term strategic growth.

This role suits someone who understands operational cycles, annual shutdowns and workforce planning within industrial environments. Candidates from outside of the recruitment sector are welcome to apply, provided they have a solid grasp of market dynamics and can operate confidently in a client-facing role.

The Role

You will be responsible for identifying, engaging and securing new business opportunities across high-demand sectors. This is a field-based, relationship-led role requiring regular client visits and the ability to manage your own diary effectively.

Key responsibilities include:

• Researching and targeting organisations with planned shutdowns, maintenance periods or high-volume staffing needs.
• Developing tailored proposals and presenting solutions that align with client operational requirements.
• Spending two to three days per week visiting clients, conducting site meetings and building strong commercial relationships.
• Managing a structured pipeline, tracking activity and reporting outcomes to support strategic planning.
• Working closely with the recruitment delivery team to ensure seamless handover from initial engagement through to fulfilment.
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activity and sector developments to identify new opportunities.
• Representing the business professionally at client meetings, industry events and networking opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, account management or sales within recruitment, industrial engineering, construction, equipment or plant hire.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence in client-facing environments.
• Ability to manage a field-based schedule and maintain consistent activity levels.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.

Nice to Have

• Existing network within industrial engineering, construction or equipment hire.
• Experience supporting energy-from-waste, material-handling, or heavy-engineering recruitment projects.
• A proactive, target-driven approach with a commitment to delivering results.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000 depending on experience.
• Modern facilities, strong brand reputation and high-quality tools.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation.