Business Development Manager in Banbury)

Cameo Consultancy (Recruitment) Limited; Banbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned construction firm in Banbury is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager. The role involves managing the sales cycle, building strong client relationships, and developing strategies to expand market share. Ideal candidates will have a background in business development within the construction sector, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Company car

Company pension

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of business development experience in construction.
• Strong commercial awareness and market analysis skills.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to closing.
• Develop and implement strategies to expand market share.
• Identify and secure opportunities with contractors and developers.

Skills

Business development

Account management

Contract negotiation

Tender preparation

Excellent communication

Strategic planning

Attention to detail

IT proficiency: MS Office and CRM systems

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a thriving, family-owned business in the construction sector, based onsite in Banbury. The role is full time and permanent, offering a salary of between £50,000 and £60,000. Working closely with the Commercial Director and Managing Director, you will play a pivotal role in developing client relationships, identifying new business, and ensuring our services are positioned as the partner of choice within the construction sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to negotiation and closing.
• Develop and implement strategies to expand market share.
• Identify, pursue, and secure opportunities with main contractors, sub-contractors, and developers.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular engagement, site visits, presentations, tenders, and meetings.
• Work with the surveying team to fully understand project requirements, ensuring proposals are accurate and compelling.
• Collaborate with operations and project teams to support the seamless delivery of scaffolding solutions.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry regulations to inform strategy and positioning.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking forums.
• Review and negotiate contracts, attending pre-start meetings where required.
• Support the finance team in the collection of payments, assisting in resolving any disputes.
• Provide input into commercial budgets and forecasting.
• Manage the CRM system to ensure data accuracy and effective pipeline reporting.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of national accounts.

Experience and Skills

• Business development, account management, and contract negotiation.
• Tender preparation and bid writing.
• Strong commercial awareness and market analysis.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic planning and proactive problem solving.
• Motivated and dedicated, with a strong alignment to organisational goals.
• Positive, proactive, and willing to "get stuck in".
• Detail-oriented and thorough in approach.
• Resilient, hardworking, and results-focused.
• Trustworthy and committed to acting with integrity.
• Professional, diplomatic, and discreet in all interactions.
• Accountable, taking ownership.
• Excellent communicator, able to influence and inspire others through expertise and data-driven insight.
• Confident relationship builder at all levels of a customer's organisation.
• Deep understanding of the sales process.
• Strong multitasking and organisational abilities.
• Strategic thinker with foresight and commercial acumen.
• IT proficient: MS Office (Word, Excel) and CRM systems.

What’s in it for You?

Working for a family-run business built on trust, professionalism, and long-standing relationships. Joining means becoming part of a team where your contribution is valued, your ideas are heard, and your career can grow.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to represent a respected and NASC-accredited business.
• Direct exposure to major projects and national accounts.
• Clear career progression with scope to make a lasting impact.
• A culture that balances professionalism with genuine care for our people and clients.
• Salary £50,000 - £60,000
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Company car
• Company pension

Employ Direct is a subsidiary of Cameo Consultancy. All suitable applications will be forwarded to our client, and they will be in touch with you directly.