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Posted 21 July, 2026

Business Development Manager

Reed
Newcastle upon Tyne, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Business Development Manager

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Killingworth, Newcastle upon Tyne£60,000 - £80,000 Basic (Negotiable DOE)Office Based with UK-wide Travel

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Our client is a growing specialist access and building maintenance business delivering rope access, commercial window cleaning and maintenance solutions across the UK.

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Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a commercially driven Business Development Manager to take ownership of new business development, build a strong sales pipeline, and help drive the next phase of the company's growth.

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The Role

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  • Identify and secure new business opportunities across building maintenance, rope access, commercial window cleaning, construction and offshore sectors
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  • Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, facilities managers and end users
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  • Generate and manage a pipeline of opportunities from initial contact through to contract award
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  • Attend client meetings, site visits and networking events across the UK
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  • Support tender submissions, pricing and commercial negotiations
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  • Introduce and develop CRM processes and sales reporting
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  • Work closely with operational teams to ensure projects are commercially viable and successfully delivered
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About You

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  • Proven experience in a Business Development, Sales or Commercial role
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  • Background within rope access, construction, building maintenance, facilities management, offshore or industrial services
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  • Strong industry knowledge and existing contacts
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  • Ability to work independently and build a pipeline from scratch
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  • Commercially aware, organised and target driven
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  • Full UK driving licence and willing to travel nationwide
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What's on Offer?

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  • £60,000 - £80,000 basic salary
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  • Future bonus scheme
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  • Opportunity to shape and develop the sales function
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  • Join a growing, ambitious business where your impact will be visible from day one
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  • Genuine opportunity to influence future growth and strategy
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced business development professional who enjoys autonomy, building relationships, and creating new opportunities within a growing business.