Head Of Business Development Manager

Cityscape Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interior design consultancy in Reading is seeking a Head of Business Development to drive growth within the commercial fit-out market. This senior role involves building new revenue streams, managing a business development team, and collaborating with various internal departments to shape proposals. Candidates should have proven experience in business development, exceptional communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. A competitive salary package, performance incentives, and opportunities for personal and professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Senior-level salary package

Incentives tied to performance

Pension and holiday allowance

Culture fostering professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience at a senior business development level.
• Comfortable leading teams and managing stakeholders.
• Strong track record of winning and growing business.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the company's growth strategy.
• Lead business development team and collaborate with senior leadership.
• Identify high-value opportunities and cultivate key relationships.
• Oversee the end-to-end bid process and shape proposals.
• Track market trends and influence business development strategy.

Skills

Business development

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification

Job description

About the company

With over 30 years of experience in office design, fit-out and refurbishment, this company has earned its place as one of the UK's leading interior design consultancies. The business delivers inspiring workplace environments that balance creativity with functionality, with a clear focus on enhancing collaboration, wellbeing and performance. Their reputation rests on exceptional service, design innovation and delivering projects on time and on budget, backed by a team of experienced professionals and a strong track record across diverse clients and sectors.

About the role

As Head of Business Development, you will spearhead the company\'s growth strategy by building new revenue streams and expanding the client base within the commercial fit-out market. You will lead the business development team and collaborate closely with senior leadership, pre-construction, design and delivery teams to shape proposals that reflect the company\'s brand and values. Your responsibilities will include identifying high-value opportunities, cultivating key relationships with agents, landlords, property developers and occupiers, and overseeing the end-to-end bid process. You will be instrumental in developing the sales pipeline, influencing strategy, tracking market trends, and ensuring that proposals are not only compelling but commercially sound. You will act as a senior ambassador for the business, representing it to external stakeholders, strengthening the company\'s presence in key markets, and guiding the future direction of business development efforts.

Rewards and benefits

In return, you\'ll join a company with a strong heritage and reputation where your impact will be both visible and valued. A senior-level salary package will be offered, with incentives tied to performance and business growth. You will have autonomy to execute and refine the business development strategy, supported by a capable team and leadership that trust and empower you. The role offers exposure to high-profile, design-led projects, giving you the opportunity to influence both commercial results and creative directions. Alongside standard benefits such as pension and holiday allowance, you\'ll be part of a culture that invests in professional growth, fosters innovation, and places importance on quality and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• To excel in this role, you will have proven experience at a senior business development level within commercial fit-out or a closely related sector.
• You must be comfortable leading teams, managing senior stakeholders, and delivering against ambitious targets.
• A strong track record of winning and growing business through both new client acquisition and relationship-building is essential.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills will be imperative, as will commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to understand both design-led briefs and financial constraints.
• You should be comfortable working collaboratively across internal teams to ensure proposals are aligned with delivery capabilities and profitability.
• A relevant degree or professional qualification is desirable, although demonstrable experience will carry significant weight.