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SOCOTEC UK & Ireland

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1001 - 5000 employees

🏗️ Construction

💼 Consulting

Construction • Consulting

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is a network of industry experts providing testing, inspection, certification and consultancy services across the full asset lifecycle for buildings and infrastructure. Their services include asbestos management, building control and regulations consultancy, materials testing, geotechnical and structural monitoring, environmental monitoring and consultancy (including water and air quality), fire safety engineering and testing, occupational hygiene, sustainability and compliance advisory, and expert witness/forensic support. SOCOTEC serves clients in construction, infrastructure, property, utilities and related sectors across the UK and Ireland.

📋 Description

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities within the Reaction to Fire testing market • Drive revenue growth through proactive business development activities and targeted market engagement • Promote UKTC’s Reaction to Fire testing capabilities, including support for classification and technical requirements • Develop and manage relationships with manufacturers, distributors, consultants, and other key stakeholders • Manage and grow key accounts, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business • Lead the full sales cycle from initial contact through proposal development, negotiation, and contract award • Stay informed on relevant standards, regulations, and industry developments affecting fire performance testing and product compliance • Represent UKTC at industry events, exhibitions, technical seminars, and client meetings • Work closely with technical and operational teams to deliver tailored testing programmes and client-focused solutions • Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, and pipeline reporting

🎯 Requirements

• Proven track record in sales or business development within one or more of the following sectors: Reaction to Fire testing, Fire testing and certification, Building products and construction materials, Passive fire protection, Product compliance and certification services • Strong understanding of Reaction to Fire standards and classifications, including familiarity with EN 13501-1 and associated European and UK test methods • Knowledge of fire safety regulations, product compliance requirements, and market drivers affecting construction products • Demonstrated ability to generate new business opportunities and consistently achieve sales targets • Established network within the construction products, manufacturing, fire testing, or compliance sectors would be advantageous • Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills • Commercially focused with a proactive, self-motivated approach • Ability to work independently while managing multiple opportunities and priorities • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus • Home-based working with flexibility and autonomy • Car allowance • Pension scheme • Ongoing training and development • Support from a highly experienced technical and certification team • Opportunities for career progression as UKTC continues to grow