• Location
    South East
  • Advertising Salary:
    £45,000 + on target earnings
  • Contract Type
    Permanent
  • Hours Per Week
    40
  • About The Role

  • Are you a passionate and driven Business Development Manager with a knack for building strong relationships and a desire to make a real difference? Join Atlas, where our culture is our superpower!

    As a Business Development Manager for the South East region, you will play a pivotal role in driving growth within the UK education sector. Your primary responsibility will be securing new contracts for our comprehensive cleaning and associated services, helping to create clean, safe, and conducive learning environments.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Strategic Growth: Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to identify and secure new business opportunities within the education sector (schools, colleges, universities) across the South East.

    • Relationship Building: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, understanding their unique needs and presenting tailored solutions.

    • Value Proposition: Clearly communicate the value of Atlas’s cleaning and associated services, showcasing our commitment to quality, reliability, and innovation.

    • Collaborative Approach: Work closely with our operational and support teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.

    • Cultural Champion: Embody and promote Atlas's core values, contributing positively to our supportive and inclusive culture.

    • Market Analysis: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments to maintain a competitive edge.

    • Reporting & Forecasting: Provide accurate sales forecasts and regular reports to the Divisional Managing Director.



  • About You

  • We’re looking for a motivated and results-driven professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will have a proven track record of success in business development, ideally within the service industry and/or the education sector.

    Skills and Experience:

    • Demonstrable experience in business development with a focus on winning new business.

    • Strong understanding of the sales process and strategic approach to securing contracts.

    • Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

    • Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

    • Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently.

    • Genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service.

    • Commitment to Atlas’s core values and a desire to contribute positively to our culture.

    • Full UK driving licence.

    • Good geographical knowledge of the South East region.


    Why Atlas?

    • Our Culture: We believe our culture is our superpower, fostering a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive environment.

    • Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees' professional development and offer opportunities for career progression.

    • Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary, commission structure, company car (or allowance), and comprehensive benefits.

    • Making a Difference: Contribute to creating clean and safe learning environments for students across the South East.

    • Direct Impact: Reporting to the Divisional Managing Director, you will directly influence the growth of the division.


    Ready to Shape the Future of Education?

    If you’re a passionate Business Development Manager who shares our values and wants to make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re the perfect fit for Atlas.

    Apply today and discover the Atlas difference!


  • About The Company

  • What makes this job amazing?
    • Full learning and support from Atlas to help you succeed in your role.
    • Financial wellbeing benefits via Wagestream – real-time access to earned wages and exclusive discounts at top retailers.
    • Career progression opportunities within a growing company.
    • Tailored learning and development support in areas that interest you.
    • Recognition programs, including our Stars of Atlas awards.
    • Cycle to work scheme and workplace pension.
    • A collaborative and supportive work environment where people value and help each other.
    • An opportunity to work in a fast-growing business with significant career advancement potential.

    Who are we? 

    Atlas is a family of people drawn together by a passion for creating happiness in others  

    Founded in 1986 and 100% owned by our employees, we are now one of the fastest-growing business support companies in the UK, providing cleaning, security, pest and other support services to a wide range of companies, from globally recognised brands to small local businesses. Our success is down to one thing; the passion and commitment of our extended family, who together we deliver happiness across thousands of client sites every single day. To ensure we remain focused on our purpose as we grow, we recruit first and foremost on our values so for those committed to living them alongside us, there is no better place to work   

    Our Purpose 

    To create happiness in ourselves and others  

    We approach work and life with a sense of fun, optimism and belief, and strive to have a positive impact on the world around us. We show kindness and compassion to all those we meet, ensuring everyone is safe and healthy. We deliver on our promises and go the extra mile every day.  

    Our Values. 

    We are a family  

    Just like any other family, we laugh, cry, celebrate and commiserate together. We may come from many different backgrounds, but we’re always there when it really matters. Whether it’s with practical help and support, or simply a mug of tea and a shoulder to cry on.  

    Sharing makes us stronger  

    Knowledge is more powerful when its shared. Which is why we share everything - our ideas, our expertise, our news and most-of-all our time. Show humility. Share and work together, and anything is possible.  

    Own your space  

    You are Atlas. Don’t be afraid to make decisions. Use your time wisely and treat every pound as if it was coming from your own pocket.  

    Be honest. Always.  

    Have the courage to do the right thing, even when no-one is watching. Whether it’s owning up to a mistake, having a difficult conversation, or simply arguing a point you feel passionate about. Be yourself. Authenticity breeds trust. Trust brings happiness.  

    Treat clients like our best friends  

    If we’re a family, then our clients are our best friends. Friends who you can be completely open and honest with, because they trust you to put their interests first. We take the time to listen to what’s going on in our clients lives and pull out all the stops to make them feel happy.  

    Start with Wow  

    And never settle for less. Create time to focus on quality and prioritise long-term solutions over short-term fixes. Constantly seek opportunities to learn from others, and if something doesn’t make sense, shout. Always ask yourself if there is more we can do to bring happiness to those around us.  

    Don't just talk. Do.  

    We are a business that thrives on doing. The more we do, the more we succeed. Embrace change. Keep it simple. Keep meetings short. Plan just enough to succeed. And then get on with it. 

      

    Atlas commits to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such aims to ensure that no employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment or are placed at a disadvantage by imposed conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified because of a protected characteristic. Atlas strives to see its workforce broadly reflecting the community in which its operation is based. 

     

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