Business Development Manager

Location: Covering the Manchester, Liverpool and Sheffield regions Summary Established in 1994, ECG Facilities Services is a leading provider of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) maintenance across the UK. With a strong presence in the commercial, retail and industrial sectors, ECG also delivers specialist services in water hygiene and managed services - operating 24/7, 365 days a year. With over 30 years of industry expertise and a workforce of more than 400 employees, ECG operates nationwide from its headquarters in Blantyre, Glasgow, supported by strategically located offices across the UK. Now part of the Mecsia Group, ECG continues to set the standard in facilities maintenance through innovation, real-time technology, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. At ECG, we value the strength that comes from a diverse team. We are proud to promote equality, embrace inclusion, and stand firmly against discrimination in the workplace. Package & Benefits Location: Field-based role covering the Manchester, Liverpool and Sheffield regions Salary: DOE Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday - 8am - 5pm) Company Benefits

• Company supplied vehicle
• Family Friendly Pay
• Life Assurance
• 360 Wellbeing App - 24/7 access to GP appointments
• Death in Service Insurance
• Scottish widow pension
• Fertility Treatment Support Leave
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Gym & fitness discounts and other lifestyle discounts
• Employee refer-a-friend scheme
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• 25 Days holiday (excluding bank holidays) Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the facilities services industry.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Create and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement business development strategies.
• Monitor and report on the progress of business development initiatives.
• Achieve sales targets and contribute to the overall growth of the company. Skills & Qualifications Required Knowledge & Understanding
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or a related role.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience in the facilities services industry (desirable)
• Knowledge of CRM software and sales analytics tools (desirable)
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, or a related field (desirable) Personal Qualities/Skills
• Be able to prioritise your work, work to tight turnaround periods.
• Coordinate and monitor several activities at the same time.
• Reliable under pressure.
• A flexible approach to working hours is essential due to the operational requirements of the role.
• Good time management skills.
• Hungry for responsibility.
• Prepared to Challenge the status quo.
• Proactive problem-solver. Need more info? Lauryn will be happy to help! lwishart@ecg-maint.com