Business Development Manager

About Jakops Group Limited

Jakops Group Limited is a growing cleaning and property support company providing residential cleaning, commercial cleaning, Airbnb turnover cleaning, end\-of\-tenancy cleaning, post\-construction cleaning, and waste management services across Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.

As demand for our services continues to increase, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth, secure new contracts, develop strategic partnerships, and expand our presence within the residential, commercial, property management, and facilities sectors.

This is a key strategic role that will work closely with the Director to support the long\-term growth and commercial expansion of the business.

Role Purpose

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities that generate sustainable revenue growth for Jakops Group Limited.

The role will focus on building relationships with landlords, letting agents, estate agencies, property management companies, housing providers, Airbnb operators, construction firms, and commercial organisations requiring cleaning and property support services.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in helping the business secure recurring contracts, expand its client base, and establish long\-term commercial partnerships.

Main Responsibilities

Business Development \& Revenue Growth

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across residential, commercial, property management, hospitality, and construction sectors.


• Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with company growth objectives.


• Generate new sales leads through networking, referrals, market research, direct outreach, and industry engagement.


• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients and contract opportunities.


• Convert enquiries and leads into long\-term commercial contracts.


• Achieve agreed revenue and client acquisition targets.

• Identify and pursue commercial cleaning and facilities management contract opportunities.


• Research and monitor tender opportunities from private sector organisations, housing providers, property management firms, and local businesses.


• Prepare and submit competitive proposals, quotations, and tender responses.


• Negotiate pricing, service agreements, and commercial terms with prospective clients.


• Support the mobilisation of newly awarded contracts.

• Establish and maintain relationships with estate agents, letting agents, landlords, property developers, construction companies, housing associations, serviced accommodation providers, and facilities management organisations.


• Develop referral partnerships that generate recurring business opportunities.


• Represent the company at networking events, business forums, and industry meetings.


• Identify opportunities for strategic collaboration and market expansion.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.


• Conduct regular client review meetings to identify additional service opportunities.


• Support contract renewals and long\-term client retention.


• Act as a commercial point of contact for key accounts.


• Ensure a high level of client satisfaction and service continuity.

• Conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities and industry trends.


• Monitor competitor activity and market developments.


• Identify new sectors, service lines, and geographical areas for expansion.


• Provide commercial insights and recommendations to senior management.


• Contribute to business growth planning and revenue forecasting.

• Maintain accurate CRM records and sales activity reports.


• Track pipeline performance, conversion rates, and revenue generation.


• Prepare monthly business development reports for management.


• Ensure all client documentation, quotations, proposals, and contracts are accurately maintained.


• Support management with strategic planning and business performance reviews.

• Minimum 3 years' experience in business development, sales, account management, or commercial growth roles.


• Proven track record of securing new business opportunities and generating revenue growth.


• Experience building and managing commercial client relationships.


• Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.


• Experience preparing proposals, quotations, and commercial agreements.


• Excellent networking and relationship\-building abilities.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple opportunities simultaneously.


• Strong organisational and time\-management skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems.

• Experience within the cleaning, facilities management, property services, hospitality, construction, or related sectors.


• Experience working with landlords, estate agents, property management companies, housing associations, or commercial property operators.


• Experience managing tender submissions and contract negotiations.


• Understanding of commercial cleaning and facilities management services.


• Full UK driving licence.

Within the first 12 months, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Secure new recurring commercial cleaning contracts.


• Develop strategic partnerships with property management companies and landlords.


• Increase the company's portfolio of commercial and residential service agreements.


• Expand the company's client base across Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.


• Improve customer retention and contract renewal rates.


• Increase annual revenue through sustainable business growth initiatives.


• Support the company's transition from a small owner\-operated business to a scalable and commercially established service provider.

• Competitive salary.


• Performance\-related bonus opportunities.


• Career progression opportunities.


• Ongoing professional development and training.


• Supportive and growing business environment.


• Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and expansion of the company.

• Are motivated by earnings and achievement


• Enjoy chasing, closing, and winning


• Want accountability and clear performance expectations


• Are not afraid of hard work and high activity levels


• The pay depends on experience


• Hours: 37\.5 hours per week


• Location: Milton Keynes (with travel to client sites)


• Contract: Permanent, Full\-Time

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience to: info@jakopsgroupltd.co.uk

Pay: £42,000\.00\-£55,200\.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

• Business development: 3 years (required)

• English (required)

• Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire (preferred)

• 75% (preferred)

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