Senior Business Development Manager - Construction (Recruitment)

O’Neill & Brennan are one of the UK & Ireland’s leading construction recruitment partners, with 14 offices nationwide and a long-standing reputation for excellence across White Collar, Blue Collar, Logistics, and Security recruitment.

We’re now looking to appoint a Senior Business Development Manager (Recruitment) to join our Blue Collar division in London. This is a senior role focused on driving business growth, developing strategic client relationships, and delivering tailored labour supply solutions across the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business development activity within the Blue Collar construction market, identifying new opportunities and winning key accounts.
• Build and strengthen relationships with existing clients to ensure exceptional service delivery and repeat business.
• Work closely with operational and delivery teams to guarantee consistent, high-quality candidate supply.
• Provide market insight and strategic input to shape divisional growth plans.
• Represent O’Neill & Brennan as a trusted recruitment partner within the construction sector.

Requirements

• Proven experience in recruitment business development or account management — ideally within construction labour supply / Blue Collar recruitment.
• Strong commercial and strategic mindset with a track record of delivering revenue growth.
• Excellent relationship management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, resilient, and able to work autonomously within a supportive team environment.
• Well-organised with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure.
• Company car and performance-based incentives.
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a well-established, expanding business.
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, including Vitality Health Insurance, Perkbox, and Life Assurance.
• A collaborative culture that encourages autonomy, initiative, and professional development.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced recruiter or business development professional with a strong background in Blue Collar construction recruitment and you’re ready to take the next step in your career we’d love to hear from you.

Talent Partner: Hayleigh Saunders – h.saunders@oandb.com
Or drop a WhatsApp to 07919 400 016

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation