Business Development Manager – Asbestos

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Drive the acquisition of profitable new contracts and ad hoc projects through proactive sales initiatives.

• Cultivate relationships with potential customers and create new business prospects within the Asbestos industry.

• Identify and reach out to new clients while promoting the services offered by SOCOTEC.

• Introduce and advocate for a broader range of SOCOTEC services.

• Assist in preparing quotation documentation and delivering sales presentations.

• Participate in awareness campaigns, presentations, exhibitions, and the creation of sales materials.

• Recognize new service-stream opportunities and potential client sectors in collaboration with Operations.

• Aim for potential clients and sectors.

• Ensure comprehensive handovers to operational teams after sales are concluded and contracts are secured.

• Collaborate with senior technical and managerial personnel to transform opportunities into confirmed orders.

• Manage accounts to ensure the effective delivery of services.

• Keep track of market trends, client behaviors, competitor activities, and industry innovations.

• Assist in achieving the division’s business plan and sales objectives.

• Contribute to larger SOCOTEC-wide initiatives and strategic business expansion.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in sales, marketing, telesales, business development, or bid environments.

• Background in construction, engineering, asbestos, compliance, or related technical service sectors is preferred.

• Proficient in IT with a strong grasp of Microsoft Office applications, databases, and CRM systems.

• Self-motivated and proactive, capable of working autonomously and taking ownership of responsibilities.

• Ability to effectively manage priorities and perform under pressure in a dynamic environment.

• Strong focus on follow-up, relationship-building, and customer engagement.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Punctual, organized, and diligent, with a keen attention to detail.

• A-level qualified or possess equivalent experience.

🏝️ Benefits

• 25 days of holiday, with the option to purchase additional days.

• Electric car scheme, where applicable.

• Employee recognition programs.

• Support for family-friendly initiatives.

• Exclusive discounts at various retailers.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Enhanced company pension scheme.

• Comprehensive training, mentorship, and development opportunities.

• Flexible working arrangements, including office-based, remote, or hybrid options.

• Opportunities to work on local, national, or global projects.