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Business Development Specialist – Fire Engineering
Jensen Hughes. Develop business development opportunities across the UK and Ireland by identifying relevant client groups .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in business development and client relationship management within the fire safety and engineering sectors, with strong capabilities in proposal preparation and CRM utilization. Proficient in understanding client needs related to compliance, building safety, and risk management.
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Business DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementProposal PreparationCRM ProficiencyFire Safety Knowledge
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Hard Skills
Business DevelopmentBid CoordinationSales SupportProposal PreparationClient-Facing CommunicationMarket Trend AnalysisAttention to DetailProject DeliveryCompliance UnderstandingRisk Management
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsClient Service OrientationCreative Problem SolvingAbility to Work Independently
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Dynamics 365CRM SystemsPublic-Sector Procurement PortalsTender Portals
Industry Keywords
Fire EngineeringFire SafetyBuilding SafetyEngineering ConsultancyConstructionPropertyBuilt EnvironmentAsset ManagementDue DiligenceFramework Opportunities
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop business development opportunities across the UK and Ireland by identifying relevant client groups
- Follow up on leads, enquiries, bid opportunities and framework opportunities
- Explain Jensen Hughes’s fire engineering, fire safety, building safety and related risk services to clients
- Prepare proposals, capability statements, CVs, case studies, qualifications, framework submissions and client-facing materials with technical colleagues and marketing
- Communicate with existing and prospective clients through calls, meetings and written correspondence
- Respond to client queries and coordinate technical input from fire engineers and subject matter experts
- Build and maintain client relationships, support key account activity, assist with service renewals and identify portfolio expansion opportunities
- Maintain visibility of the opportunity pipeline and progress proposals through order conversion
- Maintain accurate CRM and sales data for clients, opportunities, bids, orders, renewals and market contacts
- Understand client drivers related to fire safety, compliance, building safety, asset management, due diligence and project delivery
- Involve Operations, technical leads and subject matter experts to shape opportunities and improve bid quality
- Monitor UK and Ireland market trends, sector developments, competitor activity and regulatory drivers
- Support annual growth planning, client development campaigns and UK and Ireland service line initiatives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Business English language skills essential, written and verbal
- Degree-level qualification preferred, and/or at least two years’ experience in business development, bid coordination, sales support, account support or a similar client-facing role
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or another CRM platform preferred
- Experience using public-sector procurement portals, framework opportunity platforms or tender portals across the UK and Ireland preferred
- Experience in professional services, engineering consultancy, construction, fire engineering, fire safety, building safety, security, risk, property or the wider built environment preferred
- Confident using CRM systems, databases and reporting tools
- Ability to work independently, prioritise activity and follow through on agreed actions
- Strong coordination and organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Ability to perform consistently in a busy, client-focused consultancy environment
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider regional team
- Excellent client service, communication and listening skills
- Ability to think commercially and creatively, identify practical solutions, and support clear next steps
Benefits
Comp & perks- Full-time salaried position without commission
- Professional growth opportunities
- Global Employee Networks supporting career development and forums for sharing experiences
- Equal opportunity employment