Total 24 Manager level Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Leicester, LE3 8RN

Business Development Manager (Field Sales Representative)

Salary: £22k - 25k with Commission
Earn up to £50K in your first year!
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

We are representing a successful and well-established company wanting to expand their team in a friendly and active team based in Bradford. Working alongside incredible corporations such dealing within the waste management industry in a sales driven environment, working with experts who are trained and experienced in the Waste Management industry.

Our client is looking for an ambitious, confident, passionate and driven people, who are looking to be trained and developed their sales experience and progress their careers within a supportive, and encouraging company.

The Business Development Manager will receive Amazing Benefits:
* Free Onsite Parking
* 25 days holiday, with an office shutdown at Christmas
* Company Car
* Commission Pay
* Bonus Scheme
* On going training and development
* Opportunity for progression

The Key Duties of the Business Development Manager:
* Achieve or exceed expected targets securing new business opportunities within various industry sectors.
* Achieve minimum daily call KPI targets.
* Inbound/outbound telephone calls contacting business owners and directors
* of qualified prospective contacts, to secure online meetings/presentations for our Business Development Executives.
* Ensure the Business Development Executives have full diaries with quality meetings.
* Establish a strong working relationship with your Business Development Executives

The Key Skills of the Business Development Manager:
* Experience of working with a CRM system/computer is desirable.
* Willingness to continually develop sales skills, strategies, and techniques.
* Develop New Business accounts and Up/Cross Selling Skills.
* The ability to work on your own initiative.
* Customer service and rapport building skills.
* 2 years of Field Sales experience and Face to Face sales experience

If you are interested in the role, and want to know more, please apply or speak to Louis Forster and call 0113 308 8015 at Search Consultancy in Leeds.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

You will be responsible for building a culture of excellence within your team by giving clear guidance and making sure colleagues know how important their role is in delivering our business strategy. You will do this by recognising achievements, while creating a great team atmosphere and a learning culture.
Keeping the customer at the heart of everything you do, you'll be a champion for first time call resolution, demonstrating to your team how this can be achieved through effective listening, problem solving and taking ownership.
Working Hours/ Shift Patterns: You'll work 37.5 hours a week on a rotating shift pattern between 08:00-19:00 Monday to Friday, 9:00 - 17:00 Saturday, and 09:00-13:00 Sunday. You will have to work one full weekend and one Saturday in every 5. If you work a weekend shift, you'll get time off in lieu. Training: The first 4 weeks will consist of full time in the office training, once you have completed your training you will move to hybrid working, this will consist of at least one day a week in the office with your team and for any other meetings or events as required. Location: Our fantastic Leicester office which is in the city centre and only a short walk from Leicester train station. Salary: A fulltime role of 37.5 hours per week pays £31,000. Knowledge & Experience: 

• A passion for people development, leadership, and coaching

• Adept at responding to customer enquiries with a focus on first-time resolution

• Able to prioritise own workload and that of others to ensure deadlines and performance expectations are met

• Has good self-awareness and understanding of others, able to communicate and work with a range of stakeholders and colleagues 

• Can interpret and use MI and data for team and individual performance to identify opportunities for improvement

• The ability to support a team when they are working remotely

• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment

• Up to 5% annual discretionary Bonus

• Hybrid working (1 day per week in the office with the option to do more depending on your preference)

• A fantastic open plan modern office

• We promote a relaxed, friendly & diverse working environment

• 'Harrys' - a great onsite restaurant, with a wide range of choice at breakfast and lunchtime & an onsite Costa coffee

• Generous holiday allowance

• Pension match up to 10% of your salary

• Life insurance (4 x base salary)

• Discounted Hasting Direct products

• Discounts & cashback with well-known retailers

• Tech scheme, cycle to work, health assessments, and skin check - on completion of probation

• Refer a friend scheme - earn £500 for every friend you refer

• We will provide you will all the tech that you need! Including a brand-new Microsoft Surface laptop

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

Your new company
A well established Mechanical & Electrical contractor established in Leicester seeks to appoint a Mechanical Project Manager to their team. This client has worked on a number of different of projects but tends to focus more on; Residential, Commerical and Industrial related projects. Due to the supportive and progressive culture of the organisation it has high retention within the team.
Your new role
Depending on your level of experience, you will be doing the following or developing into these responsibilities:
- Overseeing end to end of the project, which will include:
-Coordinating all aspects of design
-Ordering of materials and organising labour
-Ensuring health and safety
-Handover demonstrations


What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be a well presented Mechanical professional within Building Services Industry. You will also need to demonstrate the true ambition to progress. It would be preferable if you have gained commercial experience in projects such as; commercial, residential and industrial projects.
What you'll get in return
£30,000 to £60,000, Plus Car/Allowance, Bonus (profit related), Health & Dental Care, 22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Our high-profile client, operating in the water sector, is currently seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to join their team. They have a strong pipeline of work in the water sector and offer excellent opportunities for career progression. This is a permanent position which will involve a mixture of office-based (Leicester) and site-based working (with the option for hybrid working).

Your new role
As Project Manager, you will be overseeing the successful delivery of schemes in the East Midlands area and be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Managing and coordinating site teams on multi-site projects
• Conducting site visits and inspection to ensure compliance with safety regulations and specifications
• Providing regular project updates and reports to senior management
• Ensuring alignment with project goals and industry standards
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety on site at all times
• Collaborating and liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring schemes are delivered safely on time, within budget and to expected quality.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will have:

• Experience of delivering mechanical works from inception through to completion in the water (clean water or wastewater) industry
• Knowledge of CDM regulations
• Experience in procurement and post-contract management
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills
• Individuals looking to step-up into a Project Manager role are welcome to apply.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• A starting salary commensurate with your experience
• Company car or car allowance
• Matched company pension contribution
• Hybrid/flexible working
• Private healthcare and more.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Europcar are looking for a Business Process Improvement Analyst

Location: Leicester / Hybrid

Main purpose of the role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Project Manager. As a Project Manager at Europcar Mobility Group UK (EMG UK), you will be responsible for planning and delivering a range of projects across all of our business functions - ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

This role requires strong project management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be proactive, with excellent communication and organisational skills. They will be comfortable working with colleagues at all levels within the organisation.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Basic Salary
• Bonus
• 22 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Free on site car parking
• Pension and a life insurance scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Leave (subject to service and earning qualifications)
• Discounted car hire rates across our network
• 20% discount on EE mobile phone contracts*
• Discounted hotel rates through the Accor Group after 12 months service*
• Cycle2Work*
• Free annual eye tests
• Confidential legal and support service through BUPA
• Career progression and development

*forms part of current non contractual benefit offering

Main duties of the role:

• Collaborate closely with interdependent teams to understand the expected project objectives, outcomes and risks.
• Develop detailed project plans, outlining scope, timelines, and resource requirements for each project.
• Lead the project team, ensuring all team members are clear on their individual and collective responsibilities.
• Lead the end-to-end execution of projects, ensuring successful delivery within established and developing frameworks.
• Monitor the progress of each project and make adjustments as needed to ensure successful outputs and outcomes.
• Identify potential risks and issues, implementing proactive measures to mitigate each.
• Serve as the main point of contact for stakeholders, collating feedback and managing expectations.
• Provide regular updates to the PMO and other stakeholders, as required.
• Actively provide peer-group support and guidance.

Key skills and attributes required:

• At least one qualification in Project Management (Prince2, Agile, PMP or similar).
• At least one year's experience as a Project Manager within a commercial organisation.
• Strong analytical skills to analyse and the ability to interpret and present data.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken.
• The ability to quickly develop positive working relationships.
• The ability to collaborate with others to develop solutions.
• A proactive attitude towards continuous improvement.

Agencies - Please do not send any speculative candidates or CVs in response to this advert. The Company will not accept any terms and conditions based on a speculative applications being sent.

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Job Title: Project Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £46,095 per annum (£50,784 is achieved after 12 months successful performance in the role)
Working Hours: 35 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday, Hybrid
Location: Base will be Leicester or Dartford, United Kingdom

Our area of operation covers the East Midlands and also the Southeast area of Kent. We currently have an exciting 400+ unit MMC development in Kent which will be on site until 2028.

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.

The difference you will make as a Project Manager

You will project manage the development of predominantly new build residential developments for a range of customers from inception to completion to deliver objectives of the Corporate Plan. You will be solely responsible for leading external consultants and engaging contractors you will ensure homes are built on time, to budget and to the highest quality, meeting the expectations of tenants and buyers, with an aim to being leaders in the social housing sector

About you

We are looking for someone who can lead the Project Team – create a client brief, develop a pre-construction plan to co-ordinate the activities of the consultant team and contractor you appoint, set project objectives, regularly review progress to ensure they achieve performance requirements and milestones to achieve the target for start on site.

Deliver identified projects that support delivery of our capital investment, in line with agreed budgets, cost, time and quality targets with superiors and maximise benefits of new homes – work closely with internal clients to minimise future management and maintenance costs, ensuring the optimum design of the home to maximise both internal and external factors (minimising heating costs, ensuring homes are attractive set in a safe, secure and appealing estate environment.

Why Riverside?

One Housing is part of Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.

We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.

Working with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:

We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.

Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager
Location: Radar Road, Leicester + Hybrid Working Arrangement
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF58238

At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as an Assistant Project Manager, at our Radar Road site.

The role
As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You'll play a crucial role in our Defueling Spares portfolio, supporting Project Managers and managing projects under supervision. You'll handle various project tasks throughout different phases, from concept to dispatch. Your responsibilities will cover the entire project lifecycle, from receiving customer inquiries to delivering complex assemblies.

Day-to-day, you'll manage customer inquiries, order management, and delivery of both small work packages and complex assemblies. Key responsibilities include scheduling, financial management, and risk assessment. You'll also handle stakeholder management and communications, including site visits and developing management plans.

• Manage and deliver ongoing inquiries and orders for defueling projects.
• Support key project management functions including scheduling, financials, and risk management.
• Develop accurate financial reports for senior management.
• Plan, monitor, and control work packages from internal and external resources.
• Apply the Business Management System (BMS) appropriately and produce project reports.
• Engage in stakeholder management and communications, including site visits and developing stakeholder plans.

This role is full time 37 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with 2 or 3 days in the office and 2 or 3 days working from home.

Essential experience of the Assistant Project Manager

• Familiarity with project lifecycles and core project management techniques.
• Recent and relevant experience in a similar environment or business sector is preferred, but not essential.
• Awareness of engineering principles and common project challenges is preferred, but not essential.

Qualifications for Assistant Project Manager
APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) (previously APMP) preferred, with willingness to work towards Chartered Project Professional (ChPP). Willingness to obtain these qualifications if not already held is acceptable.

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain a Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave.
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement.
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity.
• Opportunity to work with innovative technology.
• Growth opportunities.
• Potential to develop skills.
• Opportunities to travel within the UK.
• A dynamic working environment.
• Autonomy to perform the role.
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Cavendish Nuclear
As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview

#CAVDESTNUC

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Job Title: Assistant Project Manager
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire + Hybrid Working Arrangement
Compensation: Attractive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF58238

At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Assistant Project Manager, at our Leicester site.

The role
As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. You will oversee the full lifecycle (from quotation to delivery) to ensure that it's a streamlined process from end-to-end.

• Day-to-day, you'll deliver key project management functions in support of the overall project delivery, including schedule, financial and risk functions.
• Support the development of accurate and up-to-date financial reporting to support business reporting to senior management.
• Manage the planning, monitor and control of work packages being delivered by other internal and external resources.
• Apply the Business Management System (BMS) appropriately for the project and produce and communicate project-reporting data on Project Controls and Finance systems.
• Undertake aspects of stakeholder management and communications activities including visit to sites and support development of stakeholder management plans

This role is full time, 37 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home, based in Leicester.

Essential experience of the Assistant Project Manager

• Full project lifecycle experience (maybe limited experience) from enquiry phase through order management and project close out.
• Application of core project management techniques.
• Ideally recent and relevant experience in a similar environment / business sector (preferred but not essential).
• Awareness of Engineering principles and common project challenges (preferred but not essential).

Qualifications for the Assistant Project Manager

• Assistant Project Management Qualification (previously APMP) working towards Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) - preferred.
• The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Growth opportunities.
• Potential to develop skills.

Cavendish Nuclear
As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we're innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group - from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

#CAVDESTNUC

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Your new company
A well established Mechanical & Electrical contractor established in Leicester seeks to appoint a Mechanical Project Manager to their team. This client has worked on a number of different of projects but tends to focus more on; Residential, Commerical and Industrial related projects. Due to the supportive and progressive culture of the organisation it has high retention within the team.
Your new role
Depending on your level of experience, you will be doing the following or developing into these responsibilities:
- Overseeing end to end of the project, which will include:
-Coordinating all aspects of design
-Ordering of materials and organising labour
-Ensuring health and safety
-Handover demonstrations


What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be a well presented Mechanical professional within Building Services Industry. You will also need to demonstrate the true ambition to progress. It would be preferable if you have gained commercial experience in projects such as; commercial, residential and industrial projects.
What you'll get in return
£30,000 to £60,000, Plus Car/Allowance, Bonus (profit related), Health & Dental Care, 22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Incident and Business Continuity Manager

Locations: Leicester/Bexhill/London (Hybrid)



Welcome to Hastings Direct - From our Group HR Director Pam Angel


We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.


We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.


We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.



Job Details

• Agreeing and formalising a straightforward and effective incident management process for the department, ensuring all relevant stakeholders are aware and engaged in the process as needed
  
• Coordinating across all relevant teams and stakeholders in the vent of an impacting incident to quickly ascertain impact levels for customers, colleagues and the business, communicating between the departmental teams and the wider Hastings Direct incident and crisis teams
  
• Coordinating and leading post-incident reviews, ensuring any learnings from incidents can be used to improve processes and controls to prevent future instances, along with any risk and business continuity updates
  
• Logging all incidents on the relevant platform and feeding back summary information to relevant Process Improvement Leads and any other relevant stakeholders to ensure full feedback loops for awareness and further improvement
  
• Working with senior stakeholders for each process to ensure clear, straightforward and easily accessible business continuity plans are in place, aligned to customer, colleague and business requirements, with all relevant parties aware of any actions needed in the event of a business interruption
  
• Driving through any business continuity actions needed across all processes to ensure these are fully effective, with clear understanding across all contributing stakeholders and owners
  

Skills we would love you to have

• Experience of operational incident management, ideally within Claims, Insurance, Utilities or Financial Services
  
• The ability to quickly summarise, risk assess and prioritise immediate impact and requirements and able to remain calm and lead coordination efforts in intense situations
  
• The confidence to engage and clearly communicate with stakeholders at all levels
  
  
  

What we offer


Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.


Reward


Salary - Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (pay reviews also completed each year)


Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach so please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, including days in the office and at home.


Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, which is usually paid in March. The scheme is based on Hastings' performance against our business goals and your own personal performance.


Physical Wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI) This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen.


Financial Wellbeing - As well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an AWARD WINNING package which includes - discounts and cashback at everyday retailers and on our own products, fee free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support.


Mental Wellbeing programme - At Hastings Direct we understand that mental health cannot not be scheduled, that's why we have a range of support to help you keep yourself well. We have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs


There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more ….



Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve



We deliver good outcomes for our customers every time by providing great products at the right price with our simple and straightforward service. We treat customers like we want to be treated - fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

Join our team!

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented sales professional with experience in selling B&I catering & hospitality solutions within the South and Midlands UK. In this role, you will be responsible for seeking new tendering opportunities across all sectors and work closely with our Finance and Legal teams to ensure these tenders convert into secured contracts to sustain the growth of our business.

This role is home-based with office equipment provided, therefore the ideal candidate would ideally be based in the South or Midlands. A full UK driving licence is essential for this position.

What you'll be doing...

In this role, you will be responsible for developing a pipeline of new business opportunities that will help you to sustain and achieve your sales target for the year.

As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Proactively building and maintaining client relationships, anticipating their needs and be excellent in selling the capabilities and strengths of Elior UK in the most positive way
• Proactively network and research all invites to tender and work with our finance and ops teams to respond accordingly in a timely manner
• Leading the sales process from creating first appointments to closing the sale
• Assisting our operators in planning and delivering effective mobilisation of contracts, co-ordinating with relevant support functions and ensuring our new clients are happy at every stage of the mobilisation process
• Managing your own activity on a weekly basis to ensure you develop a pipeline of business opportunities to support the achievement of your sales target for the year
• Using your strong commercial acumen and understanding of financial models to build and present a successful tender submission to proposed clients
• Using your confidence in presenting to multiple stakeholders and be able to articulate our key USPs in order to maximise our chances of winning with prospective client
• Submitting monthly reports to our Business Development Director for B&I UK to demonstrate your activities and pipeline with time frames for all confirmed business tenders coming on line to ensure we are on track to achieve our financial goals for the year

What can you bring?

In this role

• A strong understanding of the contract catering sector and be able to work closely with our Finance and Operational teams to write bids and win new business
• Have a strong understanding of the operational complexities met by operators in order to make our bids as compelling to allow us to be successful in winning tenders
• Have experience in managing multiple tenders at any one time to ensure each stays within the timeframes
• Strong presentation skills with an excellent ability to keep your audience engaged
• Experience in achieving sales targets
• Strong commercial acumen and closing skills
• Excellent ability to maintain and build strong relationships
• Good understanding of the contract catering market
• Demonstrable experience in working through the tendering process to win new business
• Excellent IT skills

At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time & money while ensuring you stay nourished & energised throughout the day.

Support Your Way of Life:

• Flexible Working: We offer full-time & part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues the flexibility to balance their personal & professional commitments
• Hybrid Working Model: Collaborate & innovate in the office three days a week while enjoying focused work-from-home days
• Holiday Allowance: Relax & recharge with 31 days of holiday (including bank holidays)
• Additional Holiday Purchase Option: Customise your time off by purchasing extra holidays
• Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work

Big Enough for Growth, Small Enough to Connect:

• Opportunities for career progression while developing a close-knit community

Supporting You Through Life's Ups & Downs:

• Access mental health support & comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Keeping Finances & Wellbeing in Mind:

• Life assurance, workplace pension schemes, discounts, cashback, entertainment, leisure discounts, & a cycle to work scheme

Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:

• Workplaces & Office Space
• Sporting Venues & Stadiums
• Attraction & Heritage Sites
• Public Sector & Defence
• Health, Care & Hospitals
• Schools, Colleges & Universities

Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

That's why 85% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us!

Elior Celebrates Equality

Our aim is to celebrate a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, continuing to make Elior a great place to work!

Every colleague has a distinctive set of values, skills, and aspirations. To ensure that we attract, develop, and retain best people from the widest possible talent pool we're committed to providing an inclusive environment where our colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.