Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Full-Time 40000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Ipsum

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Expand client base and generate leads for Ipsum Infrastructure Ltd.
  • Company: Ipsum Infrastructure Ltd. is focused on maintenance provision across the UK.
  • Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, a Group Personal Pension Plan, and enhanced maternity pay.
  • Other info: This role involves hybrid working from Manchester with travel across the UK.
  • Why this job: Join a friendly team and play a key role in business development.
  • Qualifications: Experience in business development within commercial, multi-divisional organisations is required.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.

Location: Manchester – Hybrid working and Travel across the UK

Employment type: Full Time - Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

Benefits:

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
  • Group Personal Pension Plan
  • Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
  • 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more
  • Life assurance cover
  • Long service recognition
  • Enhanced Maternity Pay
  • Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the Role:

You will be a key member of the Ipsum Infrastructure Team, responsible for expanding our client base and assisting with the increase of revenue across Ipsum Infrastructure Ltd. You’ll be joining a friendly and engaging team, where you will be liaising with prospective new customers and researching companies to establish new business relationships and building on already existing relationships.

  • Proactively generate leads and opportunities for the expansion of the maintenance provision for Ipsum Infrastructure Ltd.
  • Use CRM to record all leads and live opportunities.
  • Travel as required to meet customer demands so Ipsum Infrastructure always appears to be “on the doorstep” nationally.
  • React to other leads from existing customers or in-house requirements.
  • Keep records of sites contacted with specific names and numbers.
  • Produce quotations for small projects, large projects, frameworks and maintenance contracts as required.
  • Chase to a conclusion all previously quoted works and support development of repeat business (contract renewals).
  • Provide a key point of contact for existing and new customers.
  • Ensure customers are made aware of new technology.
  • Promote free discussion on areas of improvement.
  • Attend sales meetings, when required, and provide reporting information and sales forecasts.
  • Assist and support in all aspects of the smooth running of the sales department including large tenders.

About You:

  • Experience operating in a commercial, multi‑divisional organisation.
  • Good national or large client links in FM / Telecoms / Power / Drainage / Water / EV etc advantageous.
  • Previous experience within business development, sales or large frameworks.

Equal Opportunities: We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Application: If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info.

Business Development Manager employer: Ipsum

Located in Manchester, Ipsum Infrastructure Ltd. offers a supportive environment with benefits like 24/7 virtual GP access and a Cycle to Work scheme. The team values career development, providing opportunities for professional qualifications and paid volunteering.

Ipsum

Contact Details:

Ipsum Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Business Development Manager

Business Development
Lead Generation
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Sales Forecasting
Quotations Preparation
Communication Skills
Networking