Business Development Manager – Water Hygiene

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established water hygiene services provider is seeking a Business Development Manager to enhance growth in the London area. This field-based position involves building relationships with Facilities Management companies, understanding compliance challenges, and delivering tailored water hygiene solutions. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of business development experience, strong communication skills, and a full UK driving license. Competitive compensation package with excellent benefits offered.

Benefits

Car allowance

Commission

Annual bonus

Healthcare

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Laptop and mobile provided

Full training and career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in business development.
• Background in water hygiene, water treatment, or facilities management.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business in the FM sector.
• Build strong relationships with Facilities Managers and key decision-makers.
• Prepare and deliver sales proposals and presentations.
• Negotiate contracts and close profitable business.

Skills

Commercial drive

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

CRM management

Job description

Business Development Manager – Water Hygiene & Treatment

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 basic + car allowance + commission + bonus + benefits
OTE: £65,000+
Location: South East England (London-focused, field-based)

A well-established water hygiene and treatment services provider is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to support continued growth across the South East, with a strong focus on the London area.

This is a hands-on, field-based role targeting Facilities Management companies and end users, ideal for a commercially driven professional with a strong understanding of water hygiene compliance and Legionella control.

Package & Benefits

• £40,000-£45,000 basic salary
• Car allowance, commission, annual bonus & profit share
• Pension, healthcare & 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Laptop and mobile provided
• Full training and genuine career progression
• Immediate start available

The Role

• Identify, develop, and secure new business within the FM sector and with end users
• Build strong relationships with Facilities Managers, Procurement Teams, Compliance Officers, and key decision-makers
• Understand client compliance challenges and position tailored water hygiene solutions
• Prepare and deliver sales proposals and presentations
• Negotiate contracts and close profitable business
• Attend industry events and networking opportunities
• Work closely with Technical, Operations, and Service teams
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry legislation (ACoP L8, HSG274, HTM 04-01)

About You

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in business development
• Background in water hygiene, water treatment, or facilities management
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• CRM experience and ability to manage a sales pipeline
• Full UK driving licence required

Apply now or contact Mollie Caswell at Penguin Recruitment for more information.