Business Development Manager

Make your mark at BRE!

We’re looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join BRE at an exciting stage of growth. As we continue to strengthen our position across the UK Built Environment sector, this role offers the opportunity to play a central role in expanding our reach, winning new business, and shaping the future of sustainable development.

Help BRE make buildings safer and more sustainable!

BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.

Your role at BRE

• Lead new business development activity across the UK, driving revenue growth and securing new clients

• Identify, engage and secure high-value prospects aligned to BRE’s strategic objectives

• Reactivate dormant accounts outside of Key Account Management to maximise commercial opportunities

• Develop and execute targeted outreach strategies for complex, long-cycle sales

• Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers, influencing sustainability mandates

• Represent BRE at client meetings, trade shows and industry events

• Mentor and support an Inside Sales Executive, guiding prospecting, pipeline development and client engagement

• Collaborate with internal teams including Sales, Marketing and Product to support lead generation and campaign execution

• Maintain accurate CRM records, ensuring strong pipeline management, forecasting and data integrity

• Provide market insight and intelligence to support strategic planning and business decisions

• Support wider strategic initiatives aligned to BRE’s long-term vision

What we are looking for

• Proven success in new business development and complex solution selling, ideally within the built environment or sustainability sectors

• Strong consultative selling and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

• Experience managing long sales cycles and developing strategic accounts

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members

• Passion for sustainability; experience in the built environment or certification services is an advantage

* Please note this role offers a competitive package, including uncapped commission structure & 5K Car Allowance

BRE Benefits

At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being, and career development.

Financial & Security Benefits

• Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution

• Life assurance – 4x your basic salary

• Enhanced maternity package

Health & Wellbeing

• HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more

• Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points

Career Development

• Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform

• Professional membership reimbursement

For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits

Work Location Options

Hybrid – This role offers a mix of home and office working. You will need to be within commuting distance of our Watford office, as you will be expected to attend in person (1-2 times per month).

Note to Employment Agencies

At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.

Equal Opportunities Statement

BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.