Buisness Development Director - Fire Safety

Job Description

Buisness Development Director - Fire Safety 

We are looking for a Business Development Director to lead the business development activities within the Fire Safety Practice business unit, and collaborating with the wider UK BD teams to develop leads and client relationships with a focus on fire damper surveys and maintenance, fire compartmentation, fire door inspections and fire risk assessments.

Developing strategic growth initiatives and actions with specific clients and sectors.

Aligning the Group services to ensure a combined offering for both proactive opportunities and reactive scoping.

Proactive client identification and engagement, dealing with incoming enquiries, understanding needs and scope/ quoting packages of work and ensuring transition to PO/contract award prior to handover to Ops.

Qualifications

Skills and knowledge

• 10 years’ experience in the testing, inspection and certification sector
• Specific knowledge of fire services, particularly fire damper inspections & maintenance

Education and qualifications

• GCSE English, Mathematics and Science (A-C) or equivalent.
• A-Levels or equivalent
• Driving Licence

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Your Career, Your Way

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.