Senior Business Development Manager - Furniture & Interior Design

Senior Business Development Manager
Hybrid Full-time

Basic salary circa £60,000 + tiered commission structure

Flexible working policy

A fast-growing furniture and property staging business is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to expand its referral network and develop strategic partnerships across the property industry.

Specialising in prime residential staging, developer show homes, multi-unit furnishing projects and flexible furniture rental, the company helps property professionals create spaces that stand out. Its adaptable approach offers clients solutions tailored to individual properties, portfolios and changing requirements.

The opportunity This is a commercially focused role for an established property professional or business development specialist with a strong industry network.

The successful candidate will take ownership of developing referral relationships, identifying new opportunities and converting introductions into repeat business. Working closely with an experienced sales team, they will help shape the company's approach to growth, with particular emphasis on relationships with sales and lettings agents.

The role offers scope to influence strategy while remaining closely involved in day-to-day business development.

Key responsibilities

• Develop existing industry relationships to generate qualified leads and new business.
• Build lasting partnerships with estate agents, property managers, relocation specialists and developers.
• Identify opportunities across prime residential staging, show homes, multi-unit projects and furniture rental.
• Create targeted outreach plans based on partners' commercial priorities and client needs.
• Turn initial introductions into productive, ongoing referral relationships.
• Work with the sales, marketing, operations and design teams to deliver a consistent client experience.
• Represent the business at property events and networking opportunities.
• Maintain clear reporting on pipeline development, deal progress and referral activity.
• Share market insight and partner feedback to inform the company's proposition and growth plans.

Candidate profile The ideal candidate will bring at least three years' experience in the property market, or a proven business development background supported by an established property-industry network.
They will demonstrate:

• A strong understanding of the prime and luxury residential property market.
• A track record of generating opportunities and building commercially valuable relationships.
• Credibility with property professionals and confidence engaging senior decision-makers.
• An ability to understand what motivates referral partners and develop a compelling proposition.
• Commercial judgement, strong negotiation skills and consistent follow-through.
• A proactive, organised approach, with the ability to manage their own pipeline and priorities.
• The initiative to contribute ideas and adapt as the business grows.
• A collaborative working style and commitment to service quality.

Package and benefits

• Basic salary circa £60,000 per annum.
• Tiered commission structure rewarding business development performance.
• Flexible working policy, with a hybrid arrangement
• Support from an experienced sales team that values hard work, open communication and shared success.
• Freedom to develop an individual approach to business development.
• Scope to shape the role and contribute directly to the company's next stage of growth.