Business Development Manager

St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Build Recruitment

Job Title: Business Development Manager Social Housing
Location: North London, Hertfordshire (with travel across the South East)
Salary: Up to £85,000 + Package

About the Client:
Our client is a well-established main contractor within the social housing sector, specializing in delivering high-quality planned maintenance, fire safety and retrofit services. With a solid reputation for excellence, they are looking for a skilled and driven Business Development Manager to join their team and help further grow their business across London and the South East. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a forward-thinking company that is committed to making a positive impact in the social housing space.

The Role:
The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities, as well as developing long-term partnerships with key stakeholders across the social housing sector. You will play a key role in expanding the company s portfolio, working closely with senior management and operational teams to ensure the successful delivery of contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive business growth by developing strategies to win new contracts within the planned maintenance and responsive repairs sectors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, housing associations, and other key clients.
• Identify, qualify, and pursue new business leads via networking, tendering, and direct outreach.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align proposals with client needs and company capabilities.
• Represent the company at industry events, networking opportunities, and client meetings.
• Provide regular progress reports and market insights to senior leadership.
• Maintain a customer-centric approach, ensuring client satisfaction and long-term partnership development.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or partnership management within the social housing, construction, or maintenance sectors.
• Strong understanding of the social housing sector, particularly in planned maintenance.
• Established network within housing associations and local authorities across East Anglia.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Willingness to travel across London and the South East for client meetings and business development activities.
• Full UK driving license required.

Why This Role?

• Competitive salary up to £85,000, plus the opportunity for flexible working.
• The chance to make a real impact within a growing and supportive organization.
• A key role with significant responsibility in shaping the future of the business.
• A company that values work-life balance and offers a flexible working environment.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.

If this role would be of interest, please contact Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment.

Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.