Business Development Manager – Asbestos

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland

. Maintain and develop a wide network of contacts within the Asbestos marketplace to generate new business opportunities .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales and business development within the Asbestos and construction sectors, with a strong ability to build relationships and manage client accounts effectively. Proficient in delivering presentations and supporting strategic sales initiatives while maintaining a keen awareness of market trends and client needs.

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Sales ExperienceBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyAsbestos Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

SalesBusiness DevelopmentTelesalesQuotations PreparationMarket Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationRelationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsDatabases

Certifications & Qualifications

A-Level Qualified

Industry Keywords

AsbestosConstructionEngineeringComplianceTechnical Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain and develop a wide network of contacts within the Asbestos marketplace to generate new business opportunities
Proactively prospect new clients and promote SOCOTEC services
Introduce and promote wider SOCOTEC services
Support the production and delivery of quotation documentation and sales presentations
Contribute to strategic sales activities including awareness campaigns, presentations, exhibitions, and sales collateral
Work with Operations to identify new service stream opportunities and potential client sectors
Prepare and undertake thorough handovers to operational colleagues after sales are closed and contracts awarded
Work with senior technical and managerial staff to convert opportunities to orders and account manage service delivery
Maintain knowledge of market trends, client and competitor activity, and industry innovations
Contribute to successful delivery of the Division's business plan and targets
Support larger SOCOTEC-wide opportunities and secure strategic business
Maximise reactive sales opportunities and achieve annual sales targets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience within sales, marketing, telesales, business development, or bids environments
Experience within construction, engineering, asbestos, compliance, or related technical service sectors would be advantageous
IT literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, databases, and CRM systems
Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks
Ability to manage priorities effectively and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Strong focus on follow-up, relationship building, and excellent customer engagement
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Punctual, organised, and diligent, with strong attention to detail
A-level qualified or equivalent experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
Electric car scheme (where applicable)
Employee recognition programmes
Family-friendly support
Exclusive retail discounts
Employee assistance programmes
Enhanced company pension
Comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs
Flexible work arrangements: office-based, remote, or hybrid
Local, national, or global projects
Disability Confident accredited employer