Business Development Manager

Plowman Craven Ltd; Hatching Green; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Geospatial Technologies is seeking a Business Development Manager to elevate their market presence. This pivotal role involves engaging senior stakeholders, driving strategic growth initiatives, and contributing to the company's transformation into a leading GeoTech provider. Join a dynamic team that embraces innovation and commercial excellence, and take ownership of key accounts while shaping client engagement strategies. With a generous salary and bonus structure, along with a vibrant working culture, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving market.

Benefits

Generous salary plus bonus structure

Company laptop and mobile phone

25 days' annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing and social events programme

Collaborative working culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development and sales within property or real assets.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Engage senior stakeholders and drive long-term value through strategic relationship-building.
• Lead strategic growth initiatives and contribute to the company's transformation.

Skills

Business Development

Sales

Account Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

CRM Expertise

Job description

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Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building high-value client relationships? Do you thrive in a fast-moving environment where innovation meets commercial success?

Introduction

At Plowman Craven, we're redefining what's possible in Geospatial Technologies, delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower the world's leading developers, property managers, and engineers. As a trusted partner in the industry, we provide the precision data and insights that drive smarter decision-making and improve project efficiency.

Now, we're looking for a Business Development Manager to help take our market presence to the next level. This role is perfect for someone who knows how to engage senior stakeholders in property and real assets, understands complex client ecosystems, and can drive long-term value through strategic relationship-building.

Why Join Us?

Industry Leadership - Work for a recognised leader in geospatial innovation, partnering with top-tier clients across the UK, North America, and Australia.
High-Impact Role - Take ownership of key accounts, lead strategic growth initiatives, and directly contribute to Plowman Craven's transformation into a leading GeoTech provider.
Exciting Growth & Innovation - Be part of a dynamic team that embraces change, innovation, and commercial excellence in a rapidly evolving market.
Collaborative & Strategic - Work alongside marketing, technical experts, and commercial teams to develop targeted Account-Based Marketing (ABM) strategies, build trusted partnerships, and unlock new revenue streams.
Autonomy & Influence - Shape how we engage clients, implement structured account strategies, and expand our presence in the UK, North America, and Australia.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management within property or real assets (PropTech or Geospatial experience is a bonus!).
• A strategic thinker who can map and engage accounts, influence multiple senior stakeholders, and drive long-term commercial success.
• A highly commercial mindset, with the ability to translate client challenges into tailored solutions.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with confidence engaging at senior levels.
• A results-driven, proactive mindset, comfortable working in an evolving business and taking ownership of opportunities.
• CRM expertise, ensuring pipeline accuracy and seamless account management.
  Willingness to travel and represent Plowman Craven at key industry events.

What Do You Get?

• A generous basic salary plus bonus structure.
• A vibrant, passionate, and collaborative working culture.
• A learning culture to excel through professional development and management training opportunities.
• 25 days' annual leave (excluding bank holidays).
• Company laptop and mobile phone.
• Wellbeing and social events programme.
• Hybrid working approach with offices based in Harpenden and London.

This is more than just a sales role - it's a chance to play a pivotal part in Plowman Craven's growth story, driving new opportunities and solidifying our position as a market leader in Geospatial Technologies.

Our Business:

Plowman Craven is a recognised leader in Geospatial Technologies, combining innovation with precision to support clients across the entire asset lifecycle. Trusted by the industry's largest developers, property managers, contractors, and engineering firms, we deliver highly accurate data and insights that drive smarter decision-making and improve project efficiency. Our mission is to push the boundaries of possibility, providing market-leading solutions that shape the future of the built environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and shall take additional measures to support any candidate who needs assistance with the recruitment process.