Business Development Manager – Engineering Recruitment
Salary: £30,000 – £50,000 uncapped commission
Location: Reading – Hybrid, Driving licence required
The Role
This role is suited to recruitment professionals who enjoy developing client relationships, spending time out on client meetings, and are looking for a genuine opportunity to succeed and grow within a supportive, high‑performing environment.
If you come from an engineering recruitment background, are comfortable on the phone, and enjoy turning conversations into long‑term client partnerships, this role offers flexibility, support, and real earning potential.
We’re open to different levels of experience from those stepping into a dedicated business development role for the first time, through to experienced business developers looking for their next long‑term move.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a recruitment professional with experience or interest in business development to take ownership of a warm desk of lapsed engineering clients and develop it into a high‑performing portfolio.
You’ll be supported by a dedicated team of experienced delivery consultants who manage candidate attraction, sourcing, and fulfilment. This allows you to focus on client development, relationship management, and growth.
The role is client‑centric and relationship‑led, with space to shape how you work, build trust with clients, and grow accounts sustainably rather than transactionally.
Key Responsibilities
Re‑engage and develop lapsed client relationships within the engineering sector
Win new business opportunities
Build and grow long‑term client partnerships
Drive revenue across contract and/or permanent recruitment
Manage client relationships end‑to‑end, from initial conversation through to ongoing partnership
Work to clear, achievable KPIs with performance measured through outcomes
Collaborate closely with delivery teams to ensure a high‑quality client experience
About You
Proven experience within engineering recruitment (essential)
Experience in contract recruitment (perm experience welcomed but not essential)
Comfortable with outbound business development and relationship‑building
Motivated by both short‑term success and long‑term earning potential
Keen to grow with the business and develop your role over time
Able to evidence previous billings, KPIs, or business‑development success
Self‑driven, organised, and proactive
Full UK driving licence
Right to work in the UK (we’re unable to offer sponsorship)
What’s On Offer
Competitive basic salary (£30k–£50k depending on experience and level)
Uncapped commission with strong long‑term earning potential
Quarterly and annual incentives, including fine‑dining experiences and luxury trips
Clear progression opportunities, tailored to your experience and goals
Structured induction and ongoing support from experienced leadership
Supportive, collaborative culture within a high‑performing team
Dedicated delivery function, allowing you to focus on client development
Hybrid working model with early Friday finishes
Private health cover or gym membership
Plus, many more
What Next?
If you would like to apply for the Business Development Manager position, please submit your CV via the “Apply Now” button, or contact Josie Shear at Orion Electrotech Reading for a confidential conversation.
Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website.
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