Business Development Manager

LJ Recruitment

I’m supporting a client within the FM/Cleaning industry, seeking an experienced Business Development Manager.

My client are a friendly, well-established business that has been delivering top-quality cleaning solutions for over 25 years. Today, they service around 400 customers across southern England, including schools, offices, medical centres, and leisure facilities.

Location: Remote working with two days per month at Head Office in Wokingham. Regular travel to client sites across London, Kent and Essex.

Salary: 40,000- 45,000 DOE + excellent commission structure plus company vehicle or mileage allowance

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5.00pm

Reporting to: Head of Head of Sales & Marketing

The Role:

• Spending two days a week identifying and targeting new business opportunities
• Book a set number of qualified appointments each week, with a focus on specific locations
• Travelling to customer locations to attend meetings, survey buildings, and provide tailored quotes for cleaning services
• Navigate objections and negotiate pricing effectively
• Build lasting business relationships, managing the sales process from lead to close
• Staying up to date with industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure smooth contract transitions and successful mobilisation

About you:

I am looking for an experienced Business Development Manager (preferably in the cleaning/FM sector) who thrives on challenge and enjoys the satisfaction of closing high-value deals.

• A solid background in direct sales (experience in cleaning or similar industries is a plus)
• Experience of selling a service (preferably in the cleaning/FM industry)
• Proven success selling contracts at a high value
• A proven track record in prospecting and closing deals
• A valid UK driver’s license – travel will be expected in the role