A leading provider of structural warranty insurance solutions is seeking an experienced and strategic Business Development Manager to cover the South West region. Operating within a high?growth division, the role focuses on expanding market presence among large regional house builders, housing contractors, developers, housing associations, and government bodies.
This is a key commercial role that blends new business generation with strategic account management, supporting a nationwide network of more than 3,500 surveyors.
In this role, you will be responsible for driving the acquisition of new clients across builders, developers, contractors, and housing associations, while also managing and growing existing accounts to generate additional commercial opportunities. You will build, manage, and prioritise a strong sales pipeline within the region and develop effective relationships with surveyors, underwriters, and other internal technical stakeholders.
The position requires regular face to face meetings with clients across the territory and close collaboration with underwriting, claims, and technical teams. You will also make full use of dedicated sales support who assist with administration, quotations, and technical engagement to ensure seamless service delivery.
You will be part of a collaborative and growth-focused team, participating in weekly virtual team calls and quarterly sales meetings held in either London or the North West.
The role is supported by an experienced internal sales support function, ensuring you have the operational backing needed to perform effectively. You will work closely with colleagues across the business as part of a dynamic national team committed to continuous expansion and high performance.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in B2B sales within the construction, housing, insurance, or related technical sectors, with proven experience managing complex sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders. You should be commercially astute and able to engage confidently with underwriters and other technical specialists.
The role requires someone who is organised, structured, and capable of managing a demanding regional schedule. A strategic mindset, strong relationship building skills, and the ability to handle technical products are essential attributes for success.
You will be rewarded with a competitive base salary up to around the £70k mark depending on your experience. You will also receive a car allowance of £470 per month. Where this really stands out is the commission which you can receive which would be up to £60,000 per annum.
If you are an experienced Business Development Manager looking for a new challenge working for a highly regarded Insurer this could be the perfect role for you. This is a company that is undergoing significant expansion with ambitious growth targets, offering genuine career development, strong earning potential, and the chance to influence regional strategy.