Business Development Manager (Field Sales)

Michael Page (UK); Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace design firm in the UK is looking for a Business Development Manager (Field Sales) to drive growth and build relationships within the property sector. The successful candidate will generate leads, manage a pipeline of opportunities, and collaborate with marketing to achieve business goals. This position offers a competitive salary, an attractive commission structure, and comprehensive health benefits. Join a forward-thinking team and make a significant impact in a growing company based in Reading.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Attractive commission structure

Comprehensive health benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships across stakeholder groups.
• Confident networker with excellent communication skills.
• Proactive and self-motivated, able to generate leads independently.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants and agents.
• Generate new business leads through networking.
• Monitor and manage a pipeline of high-value opportunities.

Skills

Building relationships

Networking

Communication skills

CRM management

Strategic thinking

Job description

• Drive growth and build high-value relationships in the property sector
• Join a dynamic team with strong values and exciting networking opportunities

About Our Client

A leading workplace design and build specialist, delivering innovative solutions that transform office environments and enhance productivity. With a strong presence across major UK cities, they combine creativity, technical expertise, and a collaborative approach to create spaces that inspire and support business growth.

Job Description

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Tenants, Project Managers, Commercial Agents, Asset Managers, and Landlords.
• Generate new business leads through networking and third-party partnerships.
• Research and update CRM with detailed client insights (mergers, financial status, decision-makers).
• Monitor and manage a forward-looking pipeline of high-value opportunities.
• Own the end-to-end lead qualification process, from initial contact to Tier 1 appointments.
• Collaborate with marketing to create tailored collateral for prospects.
• Attend networking events and organise monthly company events to strengthen relationships.
• Share market trends and strategic insights with the team to support decision-making.
• Ensure accurate CRM management and maintain diary planning for targeted outreach.
• Bring direct projects into the business following company methodology.
• Manage key contacts through regular engagement and entertainment (lunches, events, coffee).

The Successful Applicant

A successful Business Development Manager (Field Sales) should have:

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Confident networker with excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Strategic thinker who can identify opportunities and align outreach with business goals.
• Proactive and self-motivated, able to generate leads and follow up without supervision.
• Skilled in adapting communication with emotional intelligence for diverse audiences.
• Comfortable attending events and representing the brand professionally.
• Strong organisational skills for managing CRM, pipeline, and diary planning.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Attractive commission structure to reward performance.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Permanent position in the Reading area.
• Opportunity to work in the business services industry with a growing company.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Business Development Manager (Field Sales), apply now to join a successful and forward-thinking team!