At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive new business in cleaning and security for shopping centres and retail parks.
- Company: Fast-growing provider of cleaning and security services with a proven track record.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, commission, car allowance, and structured sales support.
- Other info: Flexible travel within the M25 and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a successful team and make a real impact in a high-potential market.
- Qualifications: Proven sales experience in cleaning or security services and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
Contract type: Permanent
Location: London
Sector: Marketing & Bids, Sales & Business Development, Manned Guarding, Total Facilities Management
Salary: 60,000 – 70,000 + Commission + Car Allowance per year
Reference: 2754
Contact name: Rebecca Burgess
Contact email: rb@palmermccarthy.com
Business Development Manager – Cleaning & Security (Shopping Centres & Retail Parks) London / Southeast (Field-Based) to 70,000 + Commission + Car Allowance
We are working on behalf of a well-established, fast-growing provider of cleaning and security services, seeking a high-calibre Business Development Manager to drive growth across shopping centres and retail parks in the South of England. This is an opportunity to join a highly successful and established business development team, operating with a proven methodology for approaching clients, generating opportunities, and converting contracts—supported by dedicated bid and telemarketing functions.
The Role
As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for winning new contracts across London, the Southeast, and Southwest, focusing on integrated cleaning and security solutions within shopping centres and retail parks. This is a consultative sales role, combining strategic business development with relationship-led engagement rather than purely cold calling, supported by an established infrastructure designed to maximise success.
Key responsibilities include:
- Driving new business development activity across shopping centres and retail parks
- Securing contracts for security and cleaning services
- Managing the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract award
- Working within a proven sales methodology that supports consistent conversion
- Collaborating with bid and telemarketing teams to strengthen pipeline and win rates
- Building relationships with managing agents and key stakeholders (Savills, CBRE, Knight Frank)
About You
We are looking for a proven Business Development Manager who can hit the ground running and add value within an already high-performing business development environment.
- Strong background in sales within cleaning or security services
- Demonstrable success in business development, winning new contracts
- Experience working within structured sales processes or methodologies
- Ability to leverage internal support functions to maximise results
- Experience engaging with senior stakeholders across shopping centres and retail parks
- Commercially astute with a relationship-led approach to business development
Ideally based within the M25, with flexibility to travel.
The Opportunity
- Be part of an established business development team with a proven track record of success
- Benefit from a structured sales approach, supported by bid specialists and telemarketing resource
- Take ownership of a high-potential region with strong market opportunity
- Earn commission based on performance, with realistic additional earnings of 10k+
If you are an experienced business development professional with a background in cleaning or security, and a strong track record in sales, we would like to hear from you.
BDM – Cleaning & Security in London employer: Palmer McCarthy Recruitment Solutions
Join a dynamic and fast-growing provider of cleaning and security services in London, where you will be part of a high-performing business development team that values collaboration and strategic engagement. With a structured sales approach and dedicated support from bid and telemarketing specialists, you will have the opportunity to drive growth in a thriving market while enjoying competitive earnings and a supportive work culture that fosters professional development. This role not only offers a competitive salary and commission structure but also the chance to make a meaningful impact in the shopping centres and retail parks across the South of England.
Contact Details:
Palmer McCarthy Recruitment Solutions Recruitment Team
