Business Development Manager Salary: £40,000-£45,000 commission (OTE circa £27,000, dependent on performance) Location: Kent (office-based with client travel as required) Employment: Full Time, Permanent This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing UK-based technical services business, delivering high-quality maintenance and compliance solutions to clients across a range of commercial and industrial sectors. The company is recognised for its innovation, customer focus, and commitment to sustainability, offering a collaborative culture where people are supported to develop and succeed. The Role As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new maintenance contracts with end users and key service providers. You will focus on building strong relationships, providing technical and commercial insight, and driving growth across your assigned territory. You will work closely with internal teams to design tailored solutions, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and help shape long-term client partnerships. Business Development Manager Responsibilities: Identify and develop new maintenance sales opportunities across assigned regions and accounts Build and maintain long-term relationships with end users and service partners Create and manage a structured sales pipeline and growth plan Conduct site visits and prepare accurate, commercially viable maintenance proposals Respond to enquiries and produce professional quotations and tenders Understand client objectives, KPIs, and operational goals to deliver aligned solutions Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts, and sales activity reports Support marketing initiatives and represent the business at industry events Collaborate internally to ensure smooth contract mobilisation and client satisfaction Business Development Manager Benefits: Competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience Attractive commission structure with OTE around £27,000, based on target achievement Clear progression pathway and structured development programmes Supportive, inclusive team culture that values initiative and professional growth Generous annual leave allowance and company pension scheme Health and wellbeing benefits, including access to healthcare plans Employee rewards, discount, and referral schemes Business Development Manager Requirements: We're looking for a motivated and consultative sales professional who is eager to develop within the fire and security industry. While experience in this sector is preferred, full training will be provided for candidates with strong commercial awareness and the right attitude. Background in technical, engineering, or facilities-related industries preferred Proven sales or business development experience, ideally in a B2B environment Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Confident, proactive, and results-driven, with a focus on customer success Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Competent user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (experience completing tenders and pricing sheets advantageous) Full UK driving licence Desirable Knowledge (Training Provided if Required): Experience in maintenance contract sales, estimating, or service-based solutions To Be Considered: Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to Charlie.doyle@hirecracker.com. For further information, call 01244 739 301 or 07736 920 086. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Key Skills: Business Development Manager, Maintenance Sales, B2B Sales, Technical Sales, FM Services, Maintenance Contracts, Client Relationship Management, Account Development, Kent, Hirecracker, HCSales