Business Development Manager

Worth Recruiting - Property Industry Recruitment

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - Residential Estate Agency

Location: Waterloo, SE1

Salary:

Basic Salary £50k - £60k

OTE £75,000 per annum

Position: Permanent - Full Time

Reference: WR87818

WANTED! An experienced Business Development Manager is required to drive growth in our client's public-sector housing and construction portfolio: The role will involve working with local authorities and public sector partners, managing pipelines, building partnerships, supporting public sector bids, and converting opportunities into successful development programmes.

This role will suit an individual with experience of business development in the public-sector housing space: a candidate who is confident at developing strategic relationships, supporting public sector bids, and contributing to programme delivery.

The role offers exposure to senior stakeholders and the full lifecycle of public-sector opportunities - from identification to mobilisation and the opportunity to contribute to the growth of an integrated developing public-sector business.

Previous experience in Business Development and of having worked with public sector housing or construction is essential.

What You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities):

• Identify and track public-sector opportunities across housing, regeneration, and construction
• Monitor frameworks, procurements, and market activity
• Maintain and develop a structured pipeline of opportunities
• Support the progression of opportunities from early stage through submission and award
• Support the development of relationships with local authorities and public-sector organisations
• Attend and contribute to meetings with clients and partners alongside senior team members
• Maintain clear and consistent engagement records

What We're Looking For (Skills & Experience):

• Experience in a business development, bidding, or opportunity-focused role
• Exposure to housing, construction, or public-sector environments
• Understanding of public-sector procurement and frameworks
• Experience managing or supporting opportunity pipelines
• Strong organisational and coordination skills
• Clear communication and confidence engaging with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Commercial awareness and an interest in developing viable opportunities
• Experience in a business development, bidding, or opportunity-focused role
• Exposure to housing, construction, or public-sector environments

What's In It For You?

• Competitive basic salary
• OTE of £75,000 Uncapped
• Team-based six-monthly performance bonus
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for career progression
• Work closely with senior leadership and experienced delivery teams
• Supportive and professional working environment

Ready to take the next step in your property career?

If you are interested in this Business Development Manager role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting today, quoting reference: WR87818.

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Job Reference: WR87818 - BUSINESS DEVELOPEMENT MANAGER - Public Sector Partnerships