Business Development Manager

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Business Development Manager - Building & Real Estate Division, SOCOTEC, London

To support our ambitious growth plans, we have a great opportunity to join our Building and Real Estate Division.

We're looking for a Business Development Manager to drive growth across SOCOTEC's Building & Real Estate Division by identifying opportunities, building strategic client relationships, and promoting integrated service solutions across Fire Engineering, Façade Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Safety, Building Pathology, Building Regulations Consultancy, CDM, and Sustainability practices. Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and securing new business opportunities with developers, architects, contractors, local authorities, and building owners
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with existing and prospective clients to expand SOCOTEC's market presence
• Leading preparation of presentations and coordination of proposals and tender submissions in line with client requirements
• Working collaboratively with the Commercial Director, BU Directors, and technical teams to create tailored solutions that meet client requirements and regulatory standards

Here at SOCOTEC, we deliver excellence to our customers by recruiting and retaining the very best industry talent. To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management within the construction sector
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously
• Track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth
• Understanding of UK building regulations and safety legislation (Building Safety Act, Golden Thread, Gateway regime)

SOCOTEC is the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us, you'll be part of an 1,800+ strong team, where we will provide you with both the flexibility and a host of opportunities. We are committed to personal and professional development, and you will be supported and mentored at every step of your journey with us. You will join a large team of industry-leading, expert professionals and receive exposure to some of the best opportunities and challenges available.

As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including, 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more. Where applicable we also offer an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and enhanced company pension.

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental progress.