Business Development Manager – Remote (Midlands, UK)

Ground Control; Worcester; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscape and energy firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to secure high-value projects and build strong client relationships. This remote role requires proven sales experience and a passion for sustainability. The successful candidate will drive their sales pipeline and collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions. Flexible working with occasional in-person meetings is offered.

Benefits

Flexible remote working

Professional development and training

Purpose-driven team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales or business development.
• Comfortable connecting with senior stakeholders.
• Excited about sustainability and making an impact.

Responsibilities

• Secure high-value business opportunities.
• Build partnerships with clients and organizations.
• Deliver proposals and drive sales pipeline.

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship-building

Consultative approach

Communication skills

Ambition in sustainability

Job description

Salary: Competitive + Annual Commission

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Business Development Manager – Remote (Midlands, UK)

Shape the Future. Drive Impact. Close Deals That Matter.

At Ground Control, we don’t just deliver projects - we transform landscape, design and energy. We’re looking for a Business Development Manager who thrives on building relationships, winning high-value projects, and making a real environmental impact.

While this is primarily a remote position, you’ll get the chance to meet customers and colleagues in person - expect to be on the road around two to three days a week for meetings and training.

What You’ll Own

• Spot and secure high-value business opportunities in and sustainability sectors.
• Build trusted partnerships with clients, including multi-site and Blue-Chip organisations.
• Deliver persuasive proposals, presentations, and solutions that win projects.
• Drive your sales pipeline from first conversation to signed contract.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide holistic, sustainable solutions.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You’ve got proven experience in sales or business development, ideally with a consultative or solution-focused approach.
• Commercially sharp, ambitious, and genuinely excited about sustainability.
• A confident communicator and natural relationship-builder, comfortable connecting with senior stakeholders.
• Bonus points if you’ve worked on general construction, landscaping, design, or energy projects.

Why Ground Control?

• Flexible remote working + occasional in-person collaboration.
• Professional development, training, and mentorship to help you excel.
• Join a purpose-driven team delivering projects that matter.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help shape a sustainable future.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.