Business Development Manager

London Permanent £45,000 - £48,000 per year View Job Description
The Business Development Manager will focus on driving growth and expanding opportunities within the real estate industry. This role is ideal for a motivated individual passionate about sales and achieving measurable results in a competitive market. The BDM is responsible for identifying, developing, and leading new business opportunities across strategic markets, customer segments, or partner ecosystems.
  • BDM selling access control systems into the real estate sector
  • New business hunter role with experience operating in technical markets

About Our Client

Our client is a multinational leader in Europe in mechanical and connected solutions for smart access management. They sell control systems for real estate, public buildings and the utility sector amongst others.

Job Description

Identifying new business opportunities

* Explore new vertical markets, geographies, sales channels, or high-level strategic alliances.

* Identify and develop new business avenues, customer segments, or partner ecosystems.

* Launch high-impact initiatives to drive market expansion and business growth.

Go-to-Market strategy design and commercial validation

* Define go-to-market strategies for new business lines, markets, or customer segments.

* Coordinate early-stage commercial validation to test feasibility and market interest.

* Operate across the full sales funnel, from opportunity identification to deal definition or closure.

Strategic partnerships and ecosystem development

* Establish new commercial alliances with value-added resellers (VARs), tech vendors, system integrators, or consultants.

* Define collaboration models (direct/indirect sales), shared value, and co-growth opportunities.

* Negotiate strategic deals, including international or cross-sector partnerships.

Opportunity management and deal ownership

* Own or co-own key opportunities through to deal closure.

* Ensure seamless transition to sales or indirect channels where needed, while overseeing strategic accounts.

* Engage in broader outreach efforts targeting unknown or uncharted opportunities.

Cross-functional alignment and strategic decision support

* Coordinate closely with leadership, product, marketing, and M&A teams to support expansion initiatives.

* Provide strategic market insights and analysis to inform mid- and long-term planning.

* Contribute to defining growth drivers: revenue, profitability, partnerships, and market entry success.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Business Development Manager should have:

  • Proven experience in sales or business development ideally with experience selling into the real estate sector.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and sustain client relationships.
  • A results-driven mindset with a focus on meeting and exceeding targets.
  • Ability to analyse market data and develop actionable strategies.
  • Proficiency in preparing detailed proposals and delivering impactful presentations.
  • Negotiation skills to secure favourable contracts and agreements.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems and sales tracking tools.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary in the range of £45,000 - £50,000, depending on experience.
  • Car Allowance of £7,200 PA
  • Performance-based bonus structure to reward achievements.
  • Support for professional development and career advancement.
  • A collaborative and results-oriented company culture.



If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Business Development Manager in London, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Andy Jones
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6846365
Phone number
+44 207 269 2187

Job summary

Job function
Sales
Subsector
Technical / Industrial
Sector
Business Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Andy Jones
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2187
Job reference
JN-092025-6846365