Business Development Manager (Asset Reliability) - #1707165

Who we are in a nutshell.

We are proud to be recognised as a leading provider of comprehensive risk management solutions across the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to ensure our customers’ assets remain compliant, operational, and—most importantly—safe. We achieve this through the expertise and dedication of our exceptional team.

Our sales team plays a crucial role in driving business growth within the Asset Reliability Division. Their focus is on identifying, targeting, and securing new business opportunities while fostering strong, lasting relationships with our clients. Customer partnerships are at the heart of what we do, and our team works strategically to develop and implement sales plans that align with our broader business goals.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and strategic Business Development Manager to join our Asset Reliability sales team. In this role, you will be instrumental in identifying and developing new business opportunities, building long-term customer relationships, and contributing to the wider commercial growth strategy.

This position involves researching target sectors, engaging with prospective clients, and presenting tailored service solutions to support their asset reliability needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and approach new customers in line with strategic business goals

• Conduct on-site visits to present service offerings and assess client requirements

• Oversee the setup of new customer accounts and ensure accurate documentation

• Contribute to business strategy and market positioning by leveraging industry knowledge

• Monitor developments in relevant industries, including established firms and start-ups

• Collaborate internally to support cross-selling across service departments

• Attend industry events, conferences, and webinars to stay informed on market trends and competitor activity

What You’ll Bring

• Ideally, prior experience in reliability-based services, either in sales or engineering (training will be provided if not)

• Strong communication, sales, and presentation skills

• Background in the Marine or Manufacturing sectors is a plus

• Proven track record of managing bids, tenders, and contract negotiations

• A relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills

• Highly organised with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet targets

• Excellent attention to detail, particularly when preparing proposals and using CRM systems (MS Dynamics experience is advantageous)

What’s on Offer

• Base salary starting from £40,000 (OTE from £47,900)

• £5,500 annual car cash allowance

• Uncapped commission through a performance-based incentive plan

• Up to 10% employer pension contribution

• Life insurance (2x salary), enhanced maternity/adoption leave

• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + birthday leave

• Holiday buy/sell scheme

• Flexible working opportunities

• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

• Employee benefits platform with discounts and savings

• Health and wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme

• Paid volunteering days and support for personal fundraising initiatives

Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and encourage those who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply — you might be exactly who we’re looking for.