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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    London
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Property And Surveying
  • Industry

    Property & Real Estate
  • Pay

    £55,000 + Package + Bonus

Business Development Manager - Business Rates

Your new company

Hays are currently partnered with an international property consultancy who are seeking a new team member in their Business Development team. The team are looking for someone with 2+ years experience specialising in Business Rates across the UK.

Your new role

  • Identify and engage potential clients across sectors impacted by business rates, including retail, logistics, hospitality, and commercial property

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, occupiers, and agents to understand their business rates challenges and offer tailored solutions

  • Work through the rating list to help generate leads and new customer base

  • Develop and execute business development strategies to expand market share and increase revenue from business rates services

  • Work closely with rating surveyors and valuation experts to ensure client proposals are accurate, competitive, and aligned with regulatory frameworks

  • Monitor changes in legislation, government policy, and market trends affecting business rates, and translate insights into actionable business opportunities

  • Prepare compelling proposals, presentations, and tender documents for prospective clients and public sector contracts

What you'll need to succeed

  • Degree in Business, Real Estate, Surveying, or related field
  • MRICS or IRRV/ RSA qualification (advantageous but not essential)
  • Proven track record in business development, ideally within property, real estate, or professional services
  • Strong understanding of UK business rates and rating legislation (preferred but not essential)
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Commercially astute with a strategic mindset
  • Experience using CRM systems and sales tracking tools

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus ranging from £45,000 - £55,000
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • A collaborative and supportive team culture

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Glen Stillwell.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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