Business Development Manager - London & South UK

This is a strategic opportunity to join ACTIU, a Spanish leader in the design and manufacture of sustainable furniture solutions for workspaces and collective environments.

We are looking for a high-energy, results-oriented Business Development Manager to spearhead our growth in London and the South of the UK. Based in our Clerkenwell Showroom, you will be the face of ACTIU during a critical strategic transition, building a foundation for .

Your mission is to transform our London showroom into a high-performance business engine. You won't just be managing an space; you will be identifying strategic end-users, activating the A&D (Architecture & Design) community, and building a high-value project pipeline across sectors like Workplace, Education, and Hospitality.

Strategic Growth: Identify and activate new business opportunities with end-users, dealers, and D&B (Design & Build) firms.

Market Influence: Increase ACTIU's visibility among key London specifiers to ensure our products are at the heart of premium fit-out projects.

Showroom Activation: Use our Clerkenwell base as a proactive sales tool-organizing events, technical presentations, and networking sessions to attract qualified traffic.

Pipeline Excellence: Maintain a clean, data-driven CRM to provide reliable 3-6 month forecasts and ensure professional follow-up on all leads.

Partner Support: Collaborate with strategic dealers in the South of the UK to coordinate complex project specifications and installations.

A "Hunter": You thrive on generating new business and are not afraid to proactively open doors in a competitive market.

A Relationship Builder: You have a deep understanding of the London A&D ecosystem and know how to speak the language of architects and designers.

Data-Driven: You view CRM as a vital tool for success, maintaining discipline in your reporting and follow-ups.

Autonomous: You are comfortable reporting to a Country Manager while managing your own London-based agenda.

Education: A Bachelor's Degree (Honours) in Business, Interior Architecture, Industrial Design, or Engineering. A Master's in Strategic Sales or Marketing is a plus.

Experience: 3-5 years (minimum) in B2B sales within the contract furniture or interior design industry.

Local Expertise: Proven experience in the UK market, with a strong network in London/Clerkenwell.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in CRM systems (SAP/Salesforce) and the ability to interpret technical floor plans.

Languages: Native or C2 English. Conversational Spanish is highly valued for coordination with our Spanish headquarters.

We offer the chance to work for a family-owned, globally recognized brand that values sustainability, innovation, and design excellence. You will have the autonomy to shape a territory and the support of a world-class manufacturing facility in Spain.

Ready to design the future of London's workspaces? Apply now.