Business Development Specialist

Randstad UK; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share Purchase Scheme

Hybrid work model

AI tech ecosystem

Job summary

Randstad UK in Newcastle is seeking a strategic Business Development/Account Manager to drive growth in the construction sector. You will unlock revenue in existing accounts, win new clients across the Northeast, and shape tailored talent solutions for complex projects.

As a trusted advisor, you will partner with clients supported by Randstad's scale and data. The role offers a hybrid working model in a dynamic team committed to inclusion and delivering exceptional recruitment outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven business development or account management experience, construction sector background preferred.
• Track record of moving from transactional sales to true partnerships.
• Ability to uncover client needs and provide tailored talent solutions.

Responsibilities

• Growth: Unlock revenue in existing accounts and win new construction clients across the Northeast.
• Consult: Deliver tailored talent solutions based on complex client project pipelines.
• Develop: Act as a trusted advisor, backed by the scale and data of the world's number one recruitment agency.

Skills

Business Development

Account Management

Construction Sector

Job description

Location:

Newcastle (Hybrid)

Contract:

Permanent

The Package & Perks:

Earnings: Competitive base + market-leading uncapped commission structure.

Perks: Share Purchase Scheme (invest in our global success).

Balance: Flexible hybrid working model.

Unique Tech Setup: We arm you with a market-leading AI tech ecosystem that helps you drive sales.

Vision, Values & EDI:

Our vision is to be the world’s most equitable and specialised talent company. Guided by our core values—to know, serve and trust—we embed equity into everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Growth: Unlock revenue in existing accounts and win new construction clients across the Northeast.
• Consult: Deliver tailored talent solutions based on complex client project pipelines.
• Develop: Act as a trusted advisor, backed by the scale and data of the world's number one recruitment agency.

What You Need:

• Proven business development or account management experience (construction sector background preferred).
• A track record of moving away from transactional sales into true partnerships.

At Randstad, we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We believe that our success is built on the unique backgrounds, experiences and identities of our people. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments to help you apply or to take part in the interview process, please let us know.