Role: Business Development Regional Director

Location: Birmingham

Salary: Competitive Salary, Car Allowance & Benefits Package

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm (35 hours per week)

Why FirstPort?

FirstPort are on an ambitious journey to redefine excellence in UK residential property management. We are committed to elevating and resetting industry standards to be the most trusted and professional residential property management company.

As a Business Development Regional Director, you will play a pivotal role in achieving our vision:

• Impactful Work: You will directly support FirstPort’s mission to elevate industry standards and provide an exceptional service to our customers.
• Professional Growth: Access to accredited training and development programmes to reach your potential.
• Supportive Environment: A culture of collaboration and innovation where you are valued and supported.
• A Future of Opportunity: Be part of a forward-thinking organisation shaping the future of residential property management in the UK.

Core leadership principles:

• Collaborative: We work together to deliver outstanding outcomes for our customers.
• Consistent: We deliver dependable results, building trust with customers and colleagues.
• Simple: We simplify the complex, ensuring our processes are straightforward and understood.
• Clear: We communicate with clarity, making information accessible and transparent to all stakeholders.

Your Role, Your Impact

As a Business Development Regional Director, you will be at the forefront of our growth strategy. This is a high-profile, strategic role where you’ll identify new opportunities, build trusted relationships, and deliver bespoke solutions to an evolving client base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute a regional business development strategy to expand FirstPort’s presence.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities with RMCs, RTMs, developers, and other stakeholders.
• Pitch and present tailored property management solutions that meet diverse client needs.
• Conduct market research to anticipate trends, competitor activity, and customer expectations.
• Build and nurture long-term client relationships to support retention and growth.
• Attend industry networking events and represent FirstPort at key forums.
• Work with the Head of Business Development and Regional Director to align with wider company goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless onboarding and exceptional service delivery.
• Generate leads leveraging an established network of property professionals.
• Maintain a strong sales pipeline and contribute to strategic growth initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years of senior-level experience in residential property management (ideally TPI Level 3 or above).
• Proven success in business development and client acquisition within the property sector.
• Strong knowledge of RMCs, RTMs, and developer needs and expectations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strategic mindset with strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

What’s in it for you?

We will provide technology, training and support to help you perform your role. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefits depending on grade, such as private medical insurance, pension contributions and life assurance. We also offer exclusive discounts on additional benefits to help you and your family, including discounted gym memberships.

Diversity

We’re committed to promoting diversity at FirstPort and recruit on merit. We will make adjustments to support applicants through recruitment and onboarding.

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required.

Elevate your career. Reset the standard. Join FirstPort.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Business Development

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