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Business Development Manager
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About the Company
We are an established and growing commercial fit-out contractor delivering high-quality CAT A, CAT B and refurbishment projects across Central London.
With a strong reputation for quality, reliability and client service, we work with occupiers, landlords, developers, property professionals and consultants to deliver exceptional workplace environments.
As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join our team and help expand our client base and project pipeline.
The Role
This is a key position within the business, with responsibility for identifying new opportunities, developing relationships and converting prospects into profitable commercial fit-out projects.
You will be expected to take ownership of the full business development process — from identifying potential clients and making initial contact through to developing relationships, securing opportunities and supporting the commercial team through to project award.
The ideal candidate will already have a strong network within the London commercial property and construction market and understand how commercial fit-out projects are procured.
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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a targeted business development strategy for the London market.
- Identify and pursue new commercial fit-out opportunities.
- Build strong relationships with property developers, landlords, occupiers, agents, project managers, architects and other key influencers.
- Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective projects.
- Generate new leads through networking, referrals, industry events and targeted outreach.
- Monitor upcoming developments, lease events, refurbishments and tenant requirements.
- Attend client meetings, networking events and industry functions.
- Prepare and deliver company presentations and capability proposals.
- Work closely with estimating, pre-construction, design and operations teams to develop opportunities.
- Manage the CRM and ensure accurate reporting of pipeline activity.
- Track market activity and competitor movements.
- Help develop long-term client relationships and identify repeat business opportunities.
- Represent the company professionally and act as an ambassador for the brand.
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About You
We are looking for someone who is commercially minded, confident and well connected within the Central London construction and property market.
You will ideally have:
- Proven business development experience within commercial fit out, construction, interiors or a closely related sector.
- An established network of contacts across the London property and construction industry.
- A strong understanding of the commercial fit-out process and how projects are won.
- Experience generating and converting your own leads.
- Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
- A proactive, entrepreneurial approach to winning new business.
- The ability to build genuine, long-term client relationships.
- Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of project profitability.
- Excellent organisational and CRM skills.
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