Business Development Director

2 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Carlisle Support Services Full time

The Benefits
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Health and Wellbeing Plans

23 days paid holiday increasing to 25 after 2 years

Discounts and Cashbacks

Paid Volunteering days

Employee Assistance Program

Refer a Friend Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Bonus

Car Allowance

The role
Carlisle Support Services is looking for a Business Development Manager to play a pivotal role in the continued growth and development of our flourishing Technical Services Division.

This is a strategic growth position – You will inherit an established platform with strong momentum and be tasked with taking it to the next level through targeted business development, sector positioning, and client relationship excellence.

You will be responsible for shaping and delivering a clear growth strategy across M&E Hard Services - including maintenance, technical project delivery, and total facilities solutions, driving opportunities both within our existing portfolio and through new business wins

Your core role will include but not be limited to the following activities:

  • Lead and deliver the Technical Services sales growth strategy in alignment with divisional and group objectives.
  • Identify, develop, and secure M&E Hard Services contracts typically ranging from £1m to £10m in value.
  • Build and maintain senior-level relationships with key clients, consultants, and industry partners.
  • Oversee bid strategy, commercial submissions, and presentation delivery to ensure best-in-class tenders.
  • Collaborate with operational and technical teams to develop compelling, commercially sound service propositions.
  • Represent Carlisle Support Services as a technical FM specialist and thought leader within the marketplace.
  • Individual contributor role supported by the wider facilities division.

The ideal candidate
We are looking for a confident, credible, and commercially astute leader who thrives on building partnerships and delivering results.

  • Proven success in a senior sales or business development leadership role within the Hard FM / M&E Building Services sector.
  • A demonstrable track record of winning and developing major blue-chip contracts.
  • Deep understanding of M&E maintenance, asset management, and technical facilities services.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to design profitable, sustainable service solutions.

Desirable

  • Prior operational or technical leadership experience (e.g., Operations Director, Technical Director) before moving into sales — combining delivery knowledge with commercial strategy.
  • A natural collaborator who can influence, inspire, and align teams around growth goals.

Why Carlisle?

  • Join a business with a strong reputation, existing technical infrastructure, and ambitious growth plans.
  • Play a key role in shaping the future of our growing Technical Services Division.
  • Highly Competitive package, performance bonus, and long-term progression potential within a growing organisation.

Successful candidates will be required to provide original documentation for detailed screening and vetting processes.

This could include the following: passport / driving licence / utility bill dated in the last 3 months / HMRC letter / original bank statement / original payslip / birth certificate / a valid share code.

About Us
Join a growing market-leading brand of support services to work with the UK's largest brands such as Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Jaguar Land Rover, Tesco, BBC StudioWorks, and many more.

Carlisle currently employees over 5,000 dedicated and enthusiastic staff members to deliver events, security cleaning, and retail facilities support services across the UK's most renowned sites and critical infrastructure.

Apply today to find out more and embark on an exciting career journey filled with unrivalled recognition schemes and progression opportunities aimed at helping you achieve your true potential.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Carlisle, we are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in all areas of employment, recruitment and selection, training, development, and promotion. xlqdzyr

In all situations people will be judged solely on merit or ability.

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