Below are my current Soft FM vacancies. If none of my advertised vacancies appeal to you and you are looking for an operational management or sales role I can launch a proactive vacancy search for you. Using my extensive industry contacts I will seek out interesting opportunities that may not be widely advertised. You can be assured that whilst undertaking this type of search, your confidentiality will be retained until interview stage. Please contact us on 0845 434 5734 or email me  info@fairfordassociates.co.uk if this service is of interest. 

CURRENT LIVE VACANCIES

CL394 Area Manager - £36,000, Reading/Oxford

CL393 Sales Director - DOE OTE £100k, London

CL392 Business Development Executive - £30k plus comm, London N11

CL391 Business Development Manager - £40k-£45k basic plus comm, London

CL390 Operations Support - £30k, London N11

CL389 Area Manager - £35k-£38k, London

CL388 Contracts Manager - £37,500 neg, Cardiff

CL386 Area Manager - £36,000, Milton Keynes/Northampton

CL387 Area Manager - £36,000 Bedfordshire

CL385 Site Cleaning Manager - £35k-£40k, City of London

CL381 Field Sales Representative - £30k-£35k basic, plus comm Hereford, Shropshire and Worcestershire

Full descriptions of the roles are below. If you have would like to speak to me further about the role please call me on 0845 434 5734 or email gary@fairfordassociates.co.uk

CL394 Area Manager

Salary: £36,000

Location: Reading/Oxford

My client is an established provider of services such as contract cleaning, window cleaning, carpet cleaning and much more across the Northern Home counties, London, the South Midlands and other areas of the country. They provide cleaning services for offices, factories, schools, hospitals, and many other private and public sector sites. It is an excellent time to join the business as they continue to expand, they are financially solid and the owner is not looking to sell or retire. I am currently partnering them to find an experienced Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of contracts in the Oxford/Reading area. The client base covers school, offices factories etc. With approximately twenty sites but this will grow. The main purpose of this role is to provide a quality service in accordance with the terms of the Account.

 

The main duties of this role are

• To ensure that work is undertaken is in line with the Companies policies / procedures and current legislation.
• To ensure at all times the Company’s image is maintained and its interests safeguarded.
• To ensure contract retention targets are met on a consistent basis.
• To ensure all aspects of Health and Safety are adhered to at all times and ensure that quarterly H&S audits are carried out with a monthly cleaning inspection.
• To ensure the recruitment and selection of employees and termination is carried out within the framework of the current employment legislation.
• To recruit, train and develop employees and be responsible for their welfare and problems.
• To manage a motivates, flexible and contented workforce.
• To control overheads and operational costs for the Account and ensure profitability.
• Bring about cost saving initiative where applicable.
• To develop opportunities for other services to be supplied by the company
• To plan, manage and organise the operational activities of the Account and oversee work scheduling.
• Ensuring proper standards of service / cleaning are established and maintained, any deficiency is remedied as soon as possible.
• To liaise with the client to ensure the smooth running of the Account.
• Always ensuring the Account is adequately always staffed and services are properly supervised.
• To complete Performance reviews for their employees and ensure they are complying with the policies / procedures of the company and the client.
• Always ensuring the adequate equipment and materials are available at the site.
• To administer the Account including relations, training, personnel, and accident reporting, together with the company’s grievance and disciplinary procedure.
• To maintain and control Account costs through the control of materials and wages to ensure expenditure is within agreed budgetary guidelines.
• To attend training courses and meetings as requested to keep abreast of new techniques and skills.
• To carry out any other reasonable request from the job holders superior.
• ·Ensure adequate planning for the successful start of new / existing contracts including TUPE.

 

Relevant Experience and Personnel Attributes

• Experience of overseeing multi sites and have had some time managing this type of portfolio
• Strong Customer Service skills
• A well-rounded cleaning Industry Experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent IT Knowledge / Skills
• Good planning / organisation and time management skills 
• Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills 
• Good cost control skills 
• Excellent team working skills 
• Confident, proactive and persuasive
• Driven and ambitious
• Possess a full UK driving license

 

Salary £36k, Commission on sales like additional cleans, consumables. washrooms etc. Nest pension, 28 days annual leave which increase after 3 years to 30 days. A company car is provided

To apply or for further information please click here.

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CL393 Sales Director

Salary: DOE OTE £100k

Location: London

Established in nearly four decades ago, my client is a successful, family-run, fast-growing Commercial Cleaning company based in North London. They hold on to the principles and ethics on which they were founded and they are still very much at the heart of what they do today. They have a deeply held commitment to deliver excellent client satisfaction. They provide a broad variety of soft FM/cleaning services for a broad variety of clients across the UK with a network of local offices.

 

The Opportunity

I am in collaboration with my client to recruit an industry experienced (contract cleaning) sales professional to become their Sales Director and to meet sales target through a combination of tenders, public and private sector contract wins. The company has telesales support, access to the relevant portals for tenders and receives a good number of quality enquiries from their website. The successful candidate would also be expected to engage in proactive activities to pinpoint sales opportunities (you will have your own sales target). This role will have been muti-faceted, as well as having a personal target to meet the role holder will also manage a BDM with the plan to appoint a second BDM. The Sales Director must be experienced in tenders and larger bids as well as seeking out regular BDM opportunities

 

About you

• You must have extensive experience of selling commercial cleaning contracts
• Possess a proven individual track record of winning new business.
• Experienced in writing tenders and undertaking larger bids.
• Have the drive and capability to undertake the full sales process from lead generation, through site survey, financial metrics, proposal creation, to contract signature.
• Reside within a couple of hours travel of the Haringey area, so in reality London and the Home Counties areas.
• Possess a professional appearance with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be a holder of a clean driving licence.
• Have a track record of managing teams, delivering consistently strong annual team/individual, new business sales targets
• Have a stable career history.
• Possess a good network of contacts to secure opportunities
• Have the character to grow a successful sales division.

 

Salary Basic DOE, commission (£100k OTE) (vehicle (electric) or pool car, laptop, mobile, NEST pension and 28 days holiday

To apply or for further information please click here.

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CL391 Business Development Manager

Salary: £40k-£45k plus commission

Location: London

Established in nearly four decades ago, my client is a successful, family-run, fast-growing Commercial Cleaning company based in North London. They hold on to the principles and ethics on which they were founded and they are still very much at the heart of what they do today. They have a deeply held commitment to deliver excellent client satisfaction. They provide a broad variety of soft FM/cleaning services for a broad variety of clients across the UK with a network of local offices.

The Opportunity 

I am in collaboration with my client looking for an experienced Business Development Manager. As part of their continued growth, they are looking for a dynamic and proven Sales BDM to join their fast-growing team and take on an exciting new career challenge, with a strong focus on winning new business. This is a new-business sales role for an ambitious, target-driven individual who is confident managing the full sales process from initial lead generation through to contract signature.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities across London.
• Develop and manage a strong pipeline of prospective clients.
• Maintain pipeline, propositions and status on Sales CRM
• Undertake outbound sales activity to generate new leads and appointments.
• Attend client meetings and conduct detailed site surveys.
• Understand client requirements and develop appropriate cleaning solutions.
• Manage the full tender process from initial opportunity through to submission.
• Prepare commercially sound proposals and quotations.
• Develop financial metrics and pricing models to support new business proposals.
• Present solutions to prospective clients and key decision-makers.
• Negotiate terms and successfully close new cleaning contracts.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with new clients.
• Consistently achieve and exceed new business sales targets.

About you

• At least 2 years’ experience selling commercial/office cleaning contracts.
• A proven track record of winning £1m+ per annum in new business sales.
• Strong knowledge and experience of the tendering process.
• Full understanding of the outbound sales process.
• Experience managing the complete sales cycle from lead generation through to contract signature.
• The commercial awareness to understand financial metrics, pricing and contract profitability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• A professional appearance and confident manner when dealing with clients.
• A proactive, driven and results-focused approach.
• A clean, full UK driving license.

Salary Basic £40k-£45k + 1.5% commission on new business annual sales (Should make £15k extra if you meet the £1.5m target)

To apply or for further information please click here.

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CL390 Operations Support

Salary: £30k

Location: London N11

Established in nearly four decades ago, my client is a successful, family-run, fast-growing Commercial Cleaning company based in North London. They hold on to the principles and ethics on which they were founded and they are still very much at the heart of what they do today. They have a deeply held commitment to deliver excellent client satisfaction. They provide a broad variety of soft FM/cleaning services for a broad variety of clients across the UK with a network of local offices.

 

The Opportunity

I am in collaboration with my client looking for an experienced hands-on full-time Cleaning Operations Support professional to work at their London N11 head Office. The hours for the role are 09.00 to 17.00 Monday to Friday with some out of hours support remotely. Candidates must be used to working under pressure and to deadlines, be experienced in the use of technology across multiple platforms, possess good communication skills when liaising with staff and clients, be dedicated and have an eye for detail as the client delivers the highest standards across all their service provision

 

Key Responsibilities

• To effectively support and ensure the smooth running of the field based operational team
• Responsible for managing the cleaning on multiple client sites across the region
• Ensuring the highest quality standards are met whilst delivering to specification and working within agreed budgets, company policies and procedures.
• This role plays a major role in providing excellent customer service ensuring that all client requests are responded to and addressed promptly, professionally and efficiently and any complaints are responded to in a timely manner by taking ownership to a satisfactory conclusion or escalating to the next level if required.

About You

• Speed in accuracy in data input
• Be detail-oriented.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to carry out duties with a high degree of accuracy.
• Receive and process requests in a timely manner.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Work to strict deadlines
• The role would suit an individual with experience in a similar role within Cleaning or Facilities Management
• Possess strong organisation skill
• Be an excellent communicator
• Have an eye for detail and the determination to succeed in an exciting and challenging role.
• A second language either Spanish or Portuguese would be would be an advantage although not essential for the role:

 

Salary Circa £30k per annum 

To apply or for further information please click here.

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CL389 Area Manager

Salary: £35k-£38k

Location: London

Established in nearly four decades ago, my client is a successful, family-run, fast-growing Commercial Cleaning company based in North London. They hold on to the principles and ethics on which they were founded and they are still very much at the heart of what they do today. They have a deeply held commitment to deliver excellent client satisfaction. They provide a broad variety of soft FM/cleaning services for a broad variety of clients across the UK with a network of local offices.

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for an experienced, hands-on Cleaning Area Manager to join our rapidly expanding national business, covering London and the surrounding areas. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of service delivery across a range of commercial cleaning services. This is a hands-on management position requiring excellent communication, strong attention to detail and the ability to build positive relationships with both clients and cleaning teams. As an Area Manager, you are the face of service delivery. You will ensure high standards are met across a diverse portfolio of commercial sites such as offices, schools, medical facilities etc, managing everything from general commercial cleaning to specialist services like window cleaning, hard floor treatments, and deep cleans.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of commercial cleaning services across your area.
• Oversee general commercial cleaning, window cleaning, hard floor treatments, carpet cleaning and specialist/deep cleaning.
• Recruitment, right to work checks and onboarding
• Lead, support, train and motivate cleaning teams to consistently achieve high standards.
• Monitor time and attendance and support accurate payroll processing.
• Carry out regular quality audits and inspections.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients and respond promptly to any issues or concerns.
• Ensure company procedures, health & safety requirements and service standards are consistently followed.
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Provide hands-on support to teams where required.

About You

We are looking for a professional who leads by example. To be successful, you must meet the following criteria:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a current, similar Cleaning Area/Operations Management role.
• Strong commercial cleaning experience and a hands-on approach.
• Excellent communication and people-management skills.
• A strong eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high standards.
• Experience with staff onboarding, training, time & attendance and payroll.
• Experience carrying out quality audits and inspections.
• A valid DBS
• A clean, full UK driving licence.
• The flexibility to work split shifts and across London and surrounding areas.
• Although not essential for this role, Spanish or Portuguese as a second language and BICSc training/certification and/or assessor experience would be an advantage.

Salary £35k-£38k pa 28 days leave including bank holidays, Statutory pension and sickness.

To apply or for further information please click here.

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CL388 Contracts Manager

Salary: £37,500 negotiable dependent on experience

Location: Cardiff

My privately owned South Wales based client were formed in 2009 and provides daily and specialist cleaning services to commercial and private sector workplaces throughout Wales and the South West of England their clients include local authorities, education establishments, manufacturing facilities and several Fire and ambulance services. They currently employ over 700 operatives on client sites and have a long serving and knowledgeable senior management team. I am currently working in partnership with them to find a Contract Manager to join this vibrant, energetic and expanding organisation to manage an allocated portfolio of contracts efficiently & successfully centred on the Cardiff city centre area. The portfolio is mixed and includes car showrooms, educational and medical sites offices and blue light buildings such as fire stations. Reporting into the Regional Manager the role has the following responsibilities:

• Have complete ownership for allocated contracts ensuring company and client standards & specifications are met. 
• Regularly liaise with allocated clients to ensure they are fully satisfied with the service provided. 
• Schedule and complete workload in accordance with company reports and QC cycles.
• Diligent processing of payroll by instructed deadlines.
• Adherence to all company budgets throughout the delivery of service within your portfolio.
• Recruitment to ensure contracts are fully manned and running effectively at all times. 
• Adherence to client specific vetting and security protocols.
• Management of all HS&E requirements including the assessing of risk and management of controls. 
• Management of materials and equipment issued to and used on your portfolio of contracts.
• Identify, co-ordinate and deliver staff training requirements.
• Facilitate the management of change within the business.
• Ensure that company vehicle is properly maintained in accordance with IMSP007 Company Vehicle policy.
• Work with your cleaning team on a regular basis to motivate, build and maintain good working relationships.
• Planning and communication of mobile teams work schedules.
• Communicate regularly with employees of the business at every level of the operation.
• Deal with disciplinary issues in line with company procedures in conjunction with the senior management team.
• Identify and proactively seek additional business opportunities within your territory. 
• Flexibility of approach to client requests for ad-hoc work.
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner and protect the interests of the business at all times. 

Required personal attributes

• An excellent standard of literacy and numeracy. 
• A current clean driving licence and the ability to drive all categories of company fleet vehicles is essential. 
• The successful completion of all company training modules, both internally and externally set by the business within timescales agreed.
• An understanding of COSHH requirements and safe working practices. 
• The candidate must have a good knowledge of all types of cleaning equipment and their correct use. 
• Ability to use mobile phone, tablet and pc for basic e-mail, Word and Excel functions, in addition to the use of the client’s suite of internal management software packages
• Previous management experience within the soft services industry.
• The ability to both build and manage teams 
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to develop and sustain relationships with a wide variety of people both within and external to the organisation. 
• Excellent communication skills 
• The ability to manage the process of change by persuading and influencing individuals and teams to adopt new work patterns, ideas and corporate initiatives. 
• Excellent analytical skills as evidenced by the ability to solve problems logically and make appropriate decisions. 
• The ability to respond positively to changes in the working environment and to deal effectively with work pressures when they arise. 
• The appropriate skillset to complete complex numeric functions on a daily basis, analysing data to identify operational trends. 
• Detail orientated with a mindset for continuous improvement. 
• To conduct yourself in a professional and polite manner at all times
• Demonstrate the ability to develop both themself and afford such opportunities to those working under their guidance
• This post requires the successful candidate to complete a DBS application to an enhanced level of disclosure as standard practice. Other client specific vetting and security protocols may apply

Salary dependent on experience but will be at least £37,500 for a candidate with the appropriate management experience, 25 days holiday (2 days must be taken over the Christmas period), NEST pension. Naturally a company vehicle, mobile phone and tablet are provided.

To apply or for further information please click here.

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CL386 Area Manager

Salary: £36,000

Location Milton Keynes/Northampton

My client is an established provider of services such as contract cleaning, window cleaning, carpet cleaning and much more across the Northern Home counties, London, the South Midlands and other areas of the country. They provide cleaning services for offices, factories, schools, hospitals, and many other private and public sector sites. It is an excellent time to join the business as they continue to expand, they are financially solid and the owner is not looking to sell or retire. I am currently partnering them to find an experienced Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of contracts in the Milton Keynes/Northampton area. The client base covers school, offices factories etc. With approximately twenty sites but this will grow. There are circa 70 operatives and 4 supervisors to manage. The main purpose of this role is to provide a quality service in accordance with the terms of the Account.

 

The main duties of this role are

• To ensure that work is undertaken is in line with the Companies policies / procedures and current legislation.
• To ensure at all times the Company’s image is maintained and its interests safeguarded.
• To ensure contract retention targets are met on a consistent basis.
• To ensure all aspects of Health and Safety are adhered to at all times and ensure that quarterly H&S audits are carried out with a monthly cleaning inspection.
• To ensure the recruitment and selection of employees and termination is carried out within the framework of the current employment legislation.
• To recruit, train and develop employees and be responsible for their welfare and problems.
• To manage a motivates, flexible and contented workforce.
• To control overheads and operational costs for the Account and ensure profitability.
• Bring about cost saving initiative where applicable.
• To develop opportunities for other services to be supplied by the company
• To plan, manage and organise the operational activities of the Account and oversee work scheduling.
• Ensuring proper standards of service / cleaning are established and maintained, any deficiency is remedied as soon as possible.
• To liaise with the client to ensure the smooth running of the Account.
• Always ensuring the Account is adequately always staffed and services are properly supervised.
• To complete Performance reviews for their employees and ensure they are complying with the policies / procedures of the company and the client.
• Always ensuring the adequate equipment and materials are available at the site.
• To administer the Account including relations, training, personnel, and accident reporting, together with the company’s grievance and disciplinary procedure.
• To maintain and control Account costs through the control of materials and wages to ensure expenditure is within agreed budgetary guidelines.
• To attend training courses and meetings as requested to keep abreast of new techniques and skills.
• To carry out any other reasonable request from the job holders superior.
• Ensure adequate planning for the successful start of new / existing contracts including TUPE.

 

Relevant Experience and Personnel Attributes

• Experience of overseeing multi sites and have had some time managing this type of portfolio
• Strong Customer Service skills
• A well-rounded cleaning Industry Experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent IT Knowledge / Skills
• Good planning / organisation and time management skills 
• Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills 
• Good cost control skills 
• Excellent team working skills 
• Confident, proactive and persuasive
• Driven and ambitious
• Possess a full UK driving license

 

Salary £36k, Commission on sales like additional cleans, consumables. washrooms etc. Nest pension, 28 days annual leave which increase after 3 years to 30 days. A company car is provided.

To apply or for further information please click here.

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CL387 Area Manager

Salary: £36,000

Location Bedfordshire

My client is an established provider of services such as contract cleaning, window cleaning, carpet cleaning and much more across the Northern Home counties, London, the South Midlands and other areas of the country. They provide cleaning services for offices, factories, schools, hospitals, and many other private and public sector sites. It is an excellent time to join the business as they continue to expand, they are financially solid and the owner is not looking to sell or retire. I am currently partnering them to find an experienced Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of contracts in the Bedfordshire area. The client base covers school, offices factories etc. With approximately twenty sites but this will grow. There are circa 70 operatives and 4 supervisors to manage. The main purpose of this role is to provide a quality service in accordance with the terms of the Account.

 

The main duties of this role are

• To ensure that work is undertaken is in line with the Companies policies / procedures and current legislation.
• To ensure at all times the Company’s image is maintained and its interests safeguarded.
• To ensure contract retention targets are met on a consistent basis.
• To ensure all aspects of Health and Safety are adhered to at all times and ensure that quarterly H&S audits are carried out with a monthly cleaning inspection.
• To ensure the recruitment and selection of employees and termination is carried out within the framework of the current employment legislation.
• To recruit, train and develop employees and be responsible for their welfare and problems.
• To manage a motivates, flexible and contented workforce.
• To control overheads and operational costs for the Account and ensure profitability.
• Bring about cost saving initiative where applicable.
• To develop opportunities for other services to be supplied by the company
• To plan, manage and organise the operational activities of the Account and oversee work scheduling.
• Ensuring proper standards of service / cleaning are established and maintained, any deficiency is remedied as soon as possible.
• To liaise with the client to ensure the smooth running of the Account.
• Always ensuring the Account is adequately always staffed and services are properly supervised.
• To complete Performance reviews for their employees and ensure they are complying with the policies / procedures of the company and the client.
• Always ensuring the adequate equipment and materials are available at the site.
• To administer the Account including relations, training, personnel, and accident reporting, together with the company’s grievance and disciplinary procedure.
• To maintain and control Account costs through the control of materials and wages to ensure expenditure is within agreed budgetary guidelines.
• To attend training courses and meetings as requested to keep abreast of new techniques and skills.
• To carry out any other reasonable request from the job holders superior.
• Ensure adequate planning for the successful start of new / existing contracts including TUPE.

 

Relevant Experience and Personnel Attributes

• Experience of overseeing multi sites and have had some time managing this type of portfolio
• Strong Customer Service skills
• A well-rounded cleaning Industry Experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent IT Knowledge / Skills
• Good planning / organisation and time management skills 
• Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills 
• Good cost control skills 
• Excellent team working skills 
• Confident, proactive and persuasive
• Driven and ambitious
• Possess a full UK driving license

Salary £36k, Commission on sales like additional cleans, consumables. washrooms etc. Nest pension, 28 days annual leave which increase after 3 years to 30 days. A company car is provided.

To apply or for further information please click here.

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Ref CL385 Site Cleaning Manager

Salary: £35k-£40k

Location: City of London

My client is a long-established family run company, who are an integrated facilities services provider and manager of all types of commercial, industrial and institutional property. I am currently working with them to appoint an experienced cleaning Site based Manager for a building in the City of London. The role will involve overseeing and managing the operations of their commercial cleaning services at a designated client site. The Site Manager will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of cleanliness, client satisfaction, and team performance while adhering to company standards and safety protocols. Key Responsibilities:

 

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the client and the cleaning company.
• Regularly communicate with clients to ensure satisfaction with cleaning services.
• Address and resolve any client concerns or service requests promptly.
• Oversee the cleaning staff on-site, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and ensuring team performance.
• Provide training and guidance to the cleaning team to maintain quality standards.
• Monitor staff attendance and productivity, ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules to meet client expectations and company standards.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure quality and consistency of cleaning services.
• Ensure all cleaning equipment and supplies are maintained and replenished as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, including supply inventory, staff hours, and service reports.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Train staff on proper cleaning techniques, equipment use, and safety protocols.
• Conduct regular safety checks and report any issues to the appropriate parties.
• Perform regular site inspections to ensure that all work meets the company’s quality standards.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Develop and execute improvement plans to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Manage the site’s budget for cleaning supplies, equipment, and labour hours.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Prepare and submit reports on site performance, expenses, and any operational issues.
• Address any operational challenges swiftly and effectively.
• Liaise with company management and clients to resolve complex issues.
• Continuously look for ways to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction.

 

Required skills, experience and qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of management experience in the commercial cleaning or FM industry.
• A proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive client relationships.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with cleaning equipment, materials, and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in the cleaning industry.
• It would be useful if you had certification in facility management or equivalent training and experience managing large or multi-site cleaning operations.

 

The role is Full-time, primarily based on-site at the client’s location, it may require evening or weekend work depending on the client's needs. It requires physical activity, such as inspecting cleaning work and working alongside the team if needed.

 

Salary up to £40k, Health benefits and pension plan, 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, Professional development opportunities

To apply or for further information please click here.

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Ref FC381 Field Sales Representative (Commercial Cleaning)

Salary: £30k-£35k basic, plus commission

Location: Hereford, Shropshire and Worcestershire

My privately owned client was formed in 2009 and provide daily and specialist cleaning services to commercial and public sector workplaces with local offices in Swansea, Hereford and Bristol, they have client sites.throughout Wales, the South West of England and areas to the west of Birmingham such as Hereford, Worcester etc. Their clients include local authorities, education establishments, manufacturing facilities, doctor’s surgeries, schools and several Fire and ambulance services. They currently employ over 800 operatives on client sites and have a long serving and knowledgeable senior management team. Due to continued company growth, I am working in partnership with them to find a Field Sales Representative to sell their services in the areas to the west of Birmingham such as Worcestershire and Shropshire. The longer-term aim is to sell into the Birmingham area once the operational structure is in place to do so. You will be given comprehensive training and ongoing support to ensure you succeed.

 

The Role:

As Field Sales Representative, you’ll be introducing the company’s services to potential clients, explain the value of their services and gather key information. You’ll have full autonomy and manage your own diary on a day-to-day basis. The right candidate will be expected to be able to present to key decision makers and negotiate contracts. This role is a full sales cycle from start to close. You’ll find the business, follow up with calls and emails to potential clients and attend meetings to present our services.

 

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and target new business opportunities
• Generate and book qualified client appointments across key geographic areas
• Qualify and convert inbound leads
• Conduct site visits, surveys and deliver tailored cleaning service proposals
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead to close, including negotiation and objection handling
• Build long-term client relationships and ensure smooth contract mobilisation with operations teams
• Stay informed on market trends, competitors and sector opportunities
• Hands on approach actively assisting the Operations team with new business starts

Skills and Experience

Sales experience in soft services is desired, but not essential—we provide  full training.

You will need excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with potential customers.

You're a self-starter, motivated, proactive and great at managing your time.

Familiarity with your territory and are happy to travel to meetings.

This is a new business sales role so you have to be self-motivated. The territory area is completely new to the company so you don’t have to worry about cross over or expired clients.

A full UK driving license is a must

Salary – Competitive base salary of £30,000-£35,000 DOE, an uncapped commission structure, a company Car allowance with Fuel Card or Mileage allowance, a laptop, Mobile Phone and I-pad.is provided.

To apply or for further information please click here.