Business Development Manager
The Benholm Group, Falkirk
Join Scotland's Leading Plant Design Experts - Bringing Nature Indoors
About The Benholm Group
For over 30 years, The Benholm Group has been transforming spaces across Scotland with our beautiful plant displays and living walls. We're not just another plant company – we specialise in bringing nature indoors with stunning real and artificial plants that create healthier, happier environments for offices, retail spaces, hospitality venues, and public buildings.
Why Choose Benholm as Your Next Career Move?
* Family Values, Professional Growth: As a family-owned business, we genuinely care about our people. You're not just an employee number here - you're part of the Benholm family
* Deep Community Roots: With three decades serving Scottish businesses, we've built lasting relationships and have an outstanding reputation you can be proud to represent
* Industry Leaders: We're at the forefront of the exciting plant design world, creating beautiful green spaces that improve wellbeing and productivity
* Genuine Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements that actually work for you, with a supportive team that understands life happens
* Career Development: Full training provided, plus ongoing professional development opportunities in this growing green design sector
* Modern Facilities: Beautiful head office with excellent amenities, free onsite parking, and easy motorway access
The Role
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Modern head office near Falkirk (3 miles from Bathgate, 5 miles from Falkirk)
Reports to: Head of Marketing
Salary: Competitive package based on experience plus attractive benefits
We're looking for an energetic Business Development Manager to help us grow our already impressive client base. This is perfect for someone who loves the thrill of generating new opportunities and building relationships, but doesn't necessarily want the pressure of closing every deal as our experienced sales team handles that side of things
You'll be the friendly face of Benholm, reaching out to potential clients, researching new opportunities, and creating that crucial first connection. Think of yourself as the bridge between our incredible services and the businesses that could benefit from them.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Developing creative lead generation strategies across multiple channels
* Conducting market research to identify exciting new opportunities
* Building relationships with potential clients and key decision-makers
* Qualifying leads and setting up meetings for our sales team
* Managing our CRM system and providing regular updates
* Attending networking events and industry functions (including occasional evening events)
* Staying ahead of plant design trends and market developments
What We're Looking For
Essential:
* 3+ years of successful business development or sales experience
* Proven track record of meeting targets and KPIs
* Outstanding communication skills and natural relationship builder
* Full, clean UK driving licence (regular travel required)
* Self-motivated with a genuine 'can-do' attitude
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines
Desirable:
* Experience in consultative selling approaches
* Interest in sustainability, wellbeing, or design
* Comfortable using social media for business development
Don't worry if you've never worked with plants or interior design before – we'll provide comprehensive training. What matters most is your enthusiasm, professionalism, and ability to build genuine connections with people.
Why Our Team Love Working Here
"The variety is brilliant – one day I'm researching innovative office spaces, the next I'm at a networking event meeting fascinating business owners. Plus, the team genuinely supports each other."
"It's refreshing to work for a company that's been consistently successful without losing its family feel. The management actually listens to ideas and invests in our development."
"I love that we're helping businesses create healthier workspaces. It feels meaningful, and our clients are always thrilled with the results."
Ready to Grow Your Career With Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a thriving, values-driven company at an exciting time of growth. You'll have the support of an experienced team, excellent training, and the chance to represent a brand that businesses across Scotland know and trust.
If you're ready to take your business development career to the next level with a company that truly values its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £36,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: BDM