Job Description

Business Development Manager (South)

38,000 basic + uncapped commission (OTE circa. 59,000)
Core hours - Mon-Fri, 9am-5.30pm (37.5 hours)
Company Car Included

Light up places. Create atmosphere. Inspire communities.

Blachere Illumination is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and installers of festive and decorative lighting. Our displays bring joy and magic to high streets, retail destinations, shopping centres and some of the most iconic venues around the globe.

We help towns and cities create places people want to visit--driving footfall, dwell time and commercial success for our clients.

The Role

We're looking for a driven Business Development Manager to join the region, you'll play a key part in shaping how towns, BIDs and commercial destinations celebrate and illuminate their spaces throughout the year.

This is a role where creativity meets commercial drive.

What You'll Do

Developing the territory by generating leads across councils, BIDs, retail centres and private estates. Carry out site surveys to understand technical requirements and creative possibilities. Work with our in-house designers to create bespoke festive and decorative lighting proposals. Prepare tailored commercial quotes and manage the full sales cycle from first contact to order. Be the key point of contact throughout project delivery, liaising with installers and internal teams. Ensure all schemes comply with traffic management and safety requirements. Build long-term relationships, identify upsell opportunities and secure repeat business. Manage your pipeline to hit monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets.

Who You Are

A proven B2B salesperson (3+ years) who thrives on winning new business. Ideally experienced in lighting, events, retail estates, commercial property or built environments. A strong communicator who can influence senior stakeholders in both public and private sectors. Organised, self-motivated and comfortable managing your diary remotely. Experienced in using CRM systems and managing structured pipelines. Full UK driving licence required. Flexible working during peak season (Sept-Dec), with occasional weekend work.

What We Offer

38,000 basic salary + uncapped commission (OTE circa 52,000) Company car The chance to represent a world-leading brand with a massive creative portfolio A role where every sale genuinely transforms how communities experience their spaces
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 38,000.00 per year

Experience:

Business Development: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:

50% (required)
Work Location: On the road