Business Development Manager – Ref: NO26

Nationwide Specialist Projects Limited; Larkhill; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Group Earnings Scheme

23 days holiday increasing to 27 days plus 8 bank holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Nationwide Specialist Projects Limited is seeking a driven and commercially focused Business Development Manager to enhance growth within the smoke ventilation solutions sector. This hybrid role involves managing key client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and driving revenue growth through proactive business development.

The ideal candidate will possess strong sales and customer service experience, excellent communication skills, and a technical aptitude, with a familiarity in AutoCAD preferred. A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in Sales or Customer Service roles.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to network.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage key client relationships and identify new opportunities.
• Develop and execute business development strategies.
• Generate and manage cost budgets for enquiries.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Technical aptitude

Networking

Education

Experience in client-facing roles

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Business Development Manager - Ref: NO26

We are looking for a driven and commercially focused Business Development Manager to join our Sales team and support the continued growth of our business within the smoke ventilation solutions sector.

This is a great opportunity for a confident relationship-builder who can grow existing accounts, win new business, and work with internal teams to deliver strong commercial solutions across the UK.

Reporting to the Head of Sales, you will manage key client relationships, identify new opportunities, and help drive revenue growth through proactive business development and effective proposal management.

The role involves:

• Generate and manage cost budgets and estimates for incoming enquiries (training provided)
• Develop and execute business development strategies in conjunction with the Head of Sales
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities via LinkedIn, social media, and targeted outreach
• Develop and manage a portfolio of key accounts from your activity, while also securing new clients to ensure are achieved in line with budget
• Maintain a robust pipeline to achieve annual sales targets
• Maintain pipeline of opportunity in the CRM to monitor proposal status and likelihood of conversion, whilst importantly providing pipeline and forecast data to the business.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations, design handovers, and proposal documents
• Support preparation of technical schematics, sales literature, and layouts (AutoCAD basics required)
• Complete new customer onboarding processes including credit checks
• Provide market intelligence to inform commercial strategy
• Work collaboratively across departments to support innovation, project development, and delivery
• Maintain up-to-date records and ensure timely submission of client proposals
• Adhere to company tollgate systems for estimation and contract processes to maximise profitability and client satisfaction
• Identify and introduce cross sell opportunities to wider TIS divisions

Key experience / Qualifications:

• Experience in Sales, Customer Service, or similar client-facing roles
• Strong technical aptitude
• Strong organisational, time management, and self-motivation skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and problem-solving ability
• Competency in Microsoft Office; familiarity in AutoCAD preferred
• Familiar with Technical Drawings: PDF, DWG, Bluebeam etc
• Comfortable networking and conducting site visits
• Strong mathematical and English language skills
• Knowledge or experience within the Smoke Ventilation industry advantageous (training provided)

Skills and Capabilities:

• Familiar with AutoCAD (basic) and PDF Editor
• Frequent visits to NSP HQ in Kidderminster; role is hybrid-based split between office, home and national client visits
• May involve working outside regular business hours and overnight stays to meet the requirements of the role

We will offer the following package:

• Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 5.00pm – flexibility required (Permanent)
• Competitive salary based on skills and experience
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme, Group Earnings Scheme, Holiday Buy Scheme, Life and Accident Insurance, MedicalCash Plan, 23 days holiday increasing to 27 days plus 8 bank holidays, Birthdayholiday, Medicash Discounts and Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Ongoing training and professional support
• A collaborative and safety-focused working environment

To apply:

Please send your CV to [e-mail]