Senior Business Development Manager

David Phillips is an award-winning, industry-leading furniture and service specialist for property professionals. Based in Central London, we’re a hard-working, close-knit team passionate about delivering design-led furniture solutions across the fast-moving residential and commercial property sectors.

We’re on the lookout for a Senior Business Development Manager with a strong background in residential property , ideally with experience working with property developers or within a development firm. This Manchester-based position will play a critical role in driving business growth across the North of England , while also serving as a mentor to the local sales team. This role focuses on engaging with a wide range of clients including large-scale developers furnishing entire residential schemes, portfolio investors, and individual property managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across the North, with a focus on property developers and residential portfolios.
• Leverage industry relationships and market knowledge to generate leads and drive sales.
• Manage the complete sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
• Develop tailored sales strategies aligned with the needs of developers and investors.
• Mentor and guide the Manchester-based sales team, contributing to a high-performance culture.
• Communicate with clients through various channels including phone, email, social media, and in-person meetings.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless and professional client experience.

Key Skills

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in business development within the residential real estate sector.
• Direct exposure to or experience working with property developers is preferred.
• Established network within the Northern property market.
• Demonstrated success in closing deals and consistently achieving revenue targets.
• Prior experience in mentoring or leading a team is desirable.
• Strong commercial acumen and a strategic approach to business growth.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

What will you get:

Employee discounts platform, discounted gym memberships, life assurance policy, health cash plan, 24/7 access to a GP, cycle to work scheme, SMART Pension scheme, employee assistance program, 2 paid volunteer days and of course staff discount on David Phillips Furniture.

In addition to the above we offer 33 days annual leave rising with service to 38 days, alongside enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave, paid leave for IVF, Miscarriage and Menopause.

David Phillips is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at David Phillips allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

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