Business Development Manager

A growing and highly respected technical consultancy operating within the property and construction sector is seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to join its team.

Established only a few years ago, the business has quickly built an outstanding reputation nationwide, working across sectors including education, healthcare, defence and fire remediation. Due to continued growth, they are launching an exciting new division and are looking for someone to play a pivotal role in shaping its future.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced recruiter, technical sales professional or business development specialist looking to take ownership of a developing service line and progress into a management position. The Role Initially a hands-on role, you will be responsible for developing relationships with clients and technical professionals, generating new business opportunities and helping to shape the long-term strategy of the division.

Key responsibilities include

Developing and managing relationships with clients across the property and construction sectors

Identifying and engaging prospective clients through networking, research and business development activity

Attending client meetings, industry events and sector-specific conferences

Managing incoming enquiries and producing proposals

Proactively engaging with existing clients to understand future projects and workforce requirements

Supporting the onboarding of new clients and managing contractual documentation

Developing relationships with technical professionals and maintaining an active network

Managing the full recruitment lifecycle for both contract and permanent requirements

Contributing to marketing initiatives including social media, website content and brand development

Working closely with finance, administration and recruitment colleagues to drive operational excellence

Supporting the growth of the division with the opportunity to recruit and manage a team as the business expands

About You We are keen to speak with candidates from:

Construction recruitment

Property recruitment

Engineering recruitment

Technical sales backgrounds

Recruitment professionals who have moved into sales or account management

You will ideally possess

Proven business development experience within a technical or professional services environment

Strong commercial awareness and relationship-building skills

Confidence communicating with clients both face-to-face and remotely

A positive, collaborative and proactive approach

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Experience with CRM systems or recruitment software is advantageous but not essential

Why Apply?

Join a business with ambitious growth plans and genuine progression opportunities

Opportunity to shape and lead a new division

Exposure to major projects across education, healthcare, defence and fire remediation

Ongoing training and development

Work alongside a supportive and entrepreneurial leadership team

Clear route into management as the division expands

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and grow with a successful business, we'd love to hear from you.

Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.