Business Development Manager - Asbestos

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland; Romford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday (with the option tobuy

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee assistance programmes

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a Business Development Manager - Asbestos to drive profitable growth in the asbestos services portfolio. You will build relationships with new clients, lead tender submissions, and collaborate with Operations Managers and Directors to maximise opportunities and secure contracts.

The role is national, focusing on proactive sales development, managing contracts from opportunity to delivery, and shaping SOCOTEC's market position while supporting sustainable business

Qualifications

• Experience within sales, marketing, telesales, business development, or bids environments.
• Experience working within construction, engineering, asbestos, compliance, or related technical service sectors would be advantageous.
• IT literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, databases, and CRM systems.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Able to manage priorities effectively and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus on follow-up, relationship building, and delivering excellent customer engagement.
• Highly enthusiastic with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Punctual, organised, and diligent, with strong attention to detail
• A-level qualified or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop a wide network of contacts and build effective relationships within the Asbestos marketplace through which you will generate opportunities for new business.
• Proactively prospect new clients and promote SOCOTEC services to generate leads and opportunities. Introduce and promote wider SOCOTEC services.
• Support the production and delivery of quotation documentation and sales presentations.
• Contribute to all aspects of the strategic sales process including awareness campaigns, presentations, exhibitions and sales collateral.
• Work closely with the Operations team to identify new service stream opportunities and potential client sectors and actively target these.
• Prepare and undertake a thorough hand-over to operational colleagues once each sale is closed and the contract awarded
• Work with senior technical and managerial staff to convert opportunities to orders and account manage the delivery of services.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of market trends including client and competitor activity and industry innovations.
• Actively contribute towards the successful delivery of the Divisions business plan and targets.
• Any other duties reasonably requested by the Employer

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship building

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive/self-motivated

Attention to detail

Education

A-level qualified or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

About Environment & Safety

SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients

What's in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
• Electric car scheme (where applicable)
• Employee recognition programmes
• Family-friendly support
• Exclusive retail discounts
• Employee assistance programmes
• Enhanced company pension

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

Business Development Manager - Asbestos

Are you interested in driving business growth and securing new opportunities? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Business Development Manager, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC's continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We're looking for a dedicated Business Development Manager to join our team and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

This is a national role focused on delivering profitable new contracts and ad hoc work through proactive sales development, building strong relationships with new customers, leading competitive tender submissions, and maximising reactive sales opportunities to achieve annual sales targets. You will also work closely with Operations Managers, Directors, and the wider sales teams to support larger, SOCOTEC-wide opportunities, helping to secure strategic business and drive sustainable growth across the organisation.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Maintain and develop a wide network of contacts and build effective relationships within the Asbestos marketplace through which you will generate opportunities for new business.
• Proactively prospect new clients and promote SOCOTEC services to generate leads and opportunities. Introduce and promote wider SOCOTEC services.
• Support the production and delivery of quotation documentation and sales presentations.
• Contribute to all aspects of the strategic sales process including awareness campaigns, presentations, exhibitions and sales collateral.
• Work closely with the Operations team to identify new service stream opportunities and potential client sectors and actively target these.
• Prepare and undertake a thorough hand-over to operational colleagues once each sale is closed and the contract awarded
• Work with senior technical and managerial staff to convert opportunities to orders and account manage the delivery of services.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of market trends including client and competitor activity and industry innovations.
• Actively contribute towards the successful delivery of the Divisions business plan and targets.
• Any other duties reasonably requested by the Employer

Qualifications

To be a successful Business Development Manager, you should be able to demonstrate:

• Experience within sales, marketing, telesales, business development, or bids environments.
• Experience working within construction, engineering, asbestos, compliance, or related technical service sectors would be advantageous
• IT literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, databases, and CRM systems.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Able to manage priorities effectively and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus on follow-up, relationship building, and delivering excellent customer engagement.
• Highly enthusiastic with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Punctual, organised, and diligent, with strong attention to detail
• A-level qualified or equivalent experience.

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.

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