Business Development Manager
| Posting date: | 31 July 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 August 2025 |
| Location: | Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN6 8BE |
| Company: | Idverde |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 19704_1753974305 |
Summary
Business Development Manager
Location: Northampton, UK - This role offers national coverage, requiring regular travel. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements are available
Competitive Salary + Uncapped Commission + Warm Desk + Set Career Progression + Car Allowance
Are you an ambitious and driven individual with a passion for cultivating strong client relationships and driving business growth?
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Business Development Manager to take on a crucial role working for the UKs leading provider and installer of high-quality playgrounds and external sports facilities. Our commitment to safety and quality assurance ensures that every play space is built to the highest standards, providing children with a safe and stimulating environment to explore and play. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy building strong relationships with clients and partners, we want to hear from you!
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Identify and qualify new sales leads within the playground sector, focusing on house builders, schools, parks and recreation departments, and day-care centres.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, including architects, landscape designers, and procurement managers.
- Create compelling presentations showcasing our products and their benefits
- Travel throughout the designated territory to meet with clients and attend industry events.
Requirements:
- You should possess excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, along with a strong understanding of the House Builder sector or the playground industry.
- Proficiency in effectively engaging with diverse clientele, tailoring communication and strategies to accommodate varying backgrounds and preferences.
- Proven success in meeting and exceeding sales targets, with a track record of effective relationship and customer management
- Demonstrated resilience in the face of challenges, showing the ability to persevere and adapt to changing circumstances while maintaining a positive attitude and drive towards success.
Why join us?
As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
- Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
- Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- Car allowance
- Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
- Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
- Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
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