Business Development Director (Air, Fire & Asbestos) - Secondment
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£87,300
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1132 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 45% sure that is the right code. HSL COMPLIANCE LTD is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 1132 (Marketing, sales and advertising directors) · 45% match
- Possible 3556 (Sales accounts and business development managers) · 43% match
- Possible 3552 (Business sales executives) · 5% match
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors Most likely code | £61,100 | £69,800 | £78,600 | £87,300 |
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Also possible | £38,600 | £55,200 | £55,200 | £55,200 |
3552 Business sales executives Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Business Development Director (Air, Fire & Asbestos) - Secondment
Location: National (Travel required across UK customer and operational sites)
Join HSL Compliance
Reporting directly to the Managing Director – Air & Fire, you will lead our sales strategy across ventilation hygiene, air quality, passive fire compliance, and asbestos consultancy/surveys.
You will personally lead high-value tenders and key negotiations while establishing robust account planning, pipeline qualification, and cross-selling frameworks. By working in close partnership with Central Operations, HSEQ, and Finance, you will align commercial targets with operational capacity, margin expectations, and service excellence.
What You’ll Be Doing
New Business & Growth Strategy
Growth Ownership: Develop and execute the divisional commercial strategy to deliver sustainable double-digit organic growth.
Key Deal Leadership: Personally target, pitch, and secure major multi-service contracts, tenders, and strategic client partnerships.
Account Development & Cross-Selling
Account Expansion: Build structured account plans to drive retention, secure recurring service programmes, and convert survey findings into remedial projects.
Cross-Selling: Drive cross-selling initiatives across Air, Fire, Asbestos, and the wider HSL Group.
Sales Leadership & CRM Governance
Team Management: Lead, coach, and recruit high-performing sales professionals, establishing clear targets, commission structures, and career pathways.
Commercial Insights: Implement CRM disciplines, pipeline tracking, conversion metrics, and accurate forecasting for executive leadership.
Operational Partnership & M&A Support
Operations Alignment: Partner with Central Operations and HSEQ to test pricing, scope, margin, and geographic coverage before committing to client contracts.
Acquisition Integration: Evaluate commercial pipelines of potential acquisition targets and integrate acquired sales teams and accounts smoothly.
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Attributes
B2B Commercial Leadership: Proven track record leading sales teams and driving organic growth within a service-led B2B environment.
Deal Execution: Extensive experience managing complex tenders, contract negotiations, client presentations, and key account development.
Commercial & CRM Rigour: Strong command of pricing, profit margins, pipeline metrics, and CRM reporting systems.
Collaborative Mindset: Outstanding communication skills with the ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships with operations and finance.
Qualifications & Requirements
Relevant business, commercial, or management qualification (Desirable—demonstrable leadership impact is the primary priority).
Knowledge of compliance, facilities management, or building services (Advantageous, but not essential).
Full UK Driving Licence with total willingness for national travel (Essential).
Why Work for HSL?
• Full training and clear career development pathways
• 22+ days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme & sick pay scheme
• Free eye test every 2 years
• Access to Kinhub (wellbeing & financial support)
• Discounts with hundreds of retailers via Reward Gateway
About Us
HSL Compliance is one of the UK’s leading compliance specialists, helping organisations keep people safe. We work with local authorities, housing associations and businesses across the UK, providing essential services including water safety, fire safety and wider compliance solutions.
Our success is built on the dedication of our people, and we’re proud to offer a supportive workplace where employees can grow, develop and make a real impact.
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking for a varied role with real impact, and you enjoy working in a fast-moving environment, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply online today with your latest CV.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Marketing, sales and advertising directors (SOC 1132) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~229k in sample- Middle half £64,792–121,836
- Median £89,700
- Going rate £87,300
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £61,100–78,600
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. HSL COMPLIANCE LTD holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1132 going rate of £87,300. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.