Business Development Specialist

JANUS et Cie; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

JANUS et Cie, a global leader in luxury outdoor furniture, seeks a Business Development Specialist to grow our London-based presence in the UK trade market. You will build lasting relationships with interior designers, architects and design firms, driving revenue through strategic partnerships while coaching the showroom sales team.

Deliver compelling brand presentations to residential clients, grow a robust pipeline, and represent JANUS et Cie at industry events, trade shows, and networking

Qualifications

• Proven business development or sales success, ideally in furniture, interior design, or home.
• An established network in the design and architecture community (a strong advantage).
• Advanced or native English, with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with interior designers, architects, and design firms.
• Deliver compelling brand and product presentations to residential-sector clients.
• Grow a robust pipeline, generate leads, and close sales.
• Represent JANUS et Cie at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions.
• Coach and mentor the showroom sales team as team lead.
• Manage a personal account list and partner with sales and client service teams to deliver seamless projects.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and consistently exceed sales goals.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Interior design knowledge

Communication

CRM tools

Networking

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Business Development Specialist

United Kingdom – GB

JANUS et Cie, a global leader in luxury outdoor furniture, is seeking a Business Development Specialist to grow our presence across the UK trade market. You'll build lasting relationships within the design community, generate leads, and drive revenue through strategic partnerships while coaching and leading our showroom sales team.

What You’ll Do

• Build and nurture relationships with interior designers, architects, and design firms
• Deliver compelling brand and product presentations to residential-sector clients
• Grow a robust pipeline, generate leads, and close sales
• Represent JANUS et Cie at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions
• Coach and mentor the showroom sales team as team lead
• Manage a personal account list and partner with sales and client service teams to deliver seamless projects
• Stay ahead of industry trends and consistently exceed sales goals

What You’ll Bring

• Proven business development or sales success, ideally in furniture, interior design, or home
• An established network in the design and architecture community (a strong advantage)
• Advanced or native English, with excellent communication and presentation skills
• Self-motivation, initiative, and a results-driven mindset
• Experience with CRM tools and sales reporting
• A genuine passion for design and high-end furniture

The Details

Based in London. Reports to the Showroom Manager or Regional Sales Director of Residential Sales, and leads a showroom sales team. Interacts with all levels of the organization.

Our Brand Values

• We listen to our Customers
• We rely on our Members
• We honor Integrity
• We embrace Continuous Learning
• We lead with Design
• We create Value
• We make the World Better