Business Development Manager

Visum Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading business who are seeking two Specification Business Development Managers to drive growth across the social housing market – one covering the North UK (excluding Scotland).

This is a predominantly home-based role with regular travel across the region, including overnight stays as required. The focus is on developing strong relationships within the social housing and residential development space.

Role Overview

• Develop and grow specification-led sales activity within the social housing sector
• Build and maintain relationships with housing associations, developers, local authorities, and relevant subcontractor networks
• Identify and secure project opportunities through a proactive, account-led approach
• Manage and develop a portfolio of key accounts while driving new business across the region
• Work closely with internal teams to support project delivery and account growth
• Maintain accurate CRM records and pipeline reporting
• Provide market insight and feedback to support commercial strategy

Candidate Requirements

• Proven background in specification or project-led sales
• Experience selling into social housing, housing associations, or residential developers
• Strong relationship-building skills across multiple stakeholder levels
• Commercially driven with a track record of winning and developing accounts
• Organised, self-motivated, and comfortable with regular regional travel and overnight stays

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £70,000 basic salary
• Company car / car allowance options
• Bonus scheme