Business Development Manager – Asbestos Management

Ocean to Earth Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a respected and fast-growing specialist in asbestos management. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager, someone with a strong background in asbestos services and the commercial awareness to drive business growth through trusted client relationships.

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, quality, and people. Here, your industry expertise and client-first mindset will make a direct impact on the company’s continued success.

The Role

As Business Development Manager, you’ll play a key role in identifying and converting new opportunities, nurturing existing client relationships, and ensuring the business remains the partner of choice for asbestos-related services across the UK.

This is a hands-on, strategic position suited to someone who thrives on both relationship building and results.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships across all levels.

• Identifying new business opportunities and preparing compelling proposals.

• Leveraging your technical understanding of asbestos services to offer tailored solutions.

• Supporting strategic growth plans through commercial insight and market awareness.

• Working closely with delivery teams to ensure client satisfaction from first contact to project completion.

About You

You’ll bring a balance of industry knowledge and commercial drive, along with the confidence to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues alike.

What we’re looking for:

• 3+ years’ experience within the asbestos management industry (essential).

• Proven background in sales, business development, or client-facing asbestos delivery.

• Strong negotiation and presentation skills.

• Commercially minded, target-driven, and proactive in identifying opportunities.

• Confident using CRM and MS Office tools.

This role will suit someone who enjoys engaging with clients and seeing the tangible results of their efforts. 

What’s on Offer

Alongside a competitive salary and company car or allowance, you’ll benefit from a package designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth, including:

• 31 days annual leave (rising with service)

• Enhanced pension (5% employer contribution)

• Health cash plan and private medical options

• Wellbeing and mental health support

• Flexible / hybrid working

• Enhanced parental leave

• Company events and social activities

• Exclusive retail and leisure discounts

Interested?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your asbestos career and want to join a progressive company that values expertise, initiative, and people — we’d love to hear from you.