Sales Executive / Business Development Manager

Thermal Engineering Contracts Limited

UKonsite$30k-$45k/yrPosted Jun 17, 2026

About the role

Location: Leeds (LS10) Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 DOE + Uncapped Commission OTE: £60,000 - £90,000+

Join One of the UK's Leading Passive Fire Protection Contractors

Established in 2009, TECL is a growing passive fire protection specialist delivering fire stopping, compartmentation, fire doors, acoustic sealing and associated compliance works across the UK.

We work with major contractors, public sector organisations and blue-chip clients nationwide, and due to continued growth we are looking to strengthen our sales team with an ambitious and driven Sales Executive.

Whether you already have experience within passive fire protection or you're a proven salesperson looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where your success will directly influence your earnings and career progression.

You'll be responsible for developing new business opportunities, building long-term client relationships and helping to grow our presence across key sectors.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone with the right attitude, energy and determination to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Generating new business opportunities through proactive sales activity.

Developing relationships with contractors, consultants, housing providers and end clients.

Securing framework agreements and long-term contracts.

Managing and developing existing customer accounts.

Conducting face-to-face and virtual client meetings.

Identifying opportunities for additional services and repeat business.

Working closely with our estimating and operational teams to deliver client solutions.

Preparing quotations and supporting tender submissions.

Achieving individual and team sales targets.

What We're Looking For

Essential

Previous sales, business development or account management experience.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

A positive, self-motivated and resilient attitude.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Commercial awareness and a desire to win business.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

Experience within construction, passive fire protection or a related industry.

Experience developing new business and managing key accounts.

Experience working with framework agreements and large commercial projects.

What Matters Most

We can teach products, systems and industry knowledge.

What we can't teach is attitude.

We're looking for someone who:

Takes ownership and responsibility.

Enjoys speaking with customers.

Is driven by success and achievement.

Wants to learn and develop.

Thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Has the confidence to create opportunities rather than wait for them.

What We Offer

Competitive basic salary (£30,000 - £45,000 DOE).

Uncapped commission scheme.

Realistic OTE of £60,000 - £90,000+.

Company pension.

Ongoing training and development.

Career progression opportunities.

Supportive and ambitious team environment.

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

If you're ambitious, commercially minded and looking for an opportunity where your efforts will be genuinely rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: £30,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension

On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Compensation

This Sales role pays $30k-$45k/yr. Within typical range for sales roles in United Kingdom.

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