Business Development Manager – Luxury Design & Build BusinessLocation: Mayfair (Hybrid)Salary: Ranging from £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience + commission (paid monthly). OTE £75,000Contract: Full Time | Permanent Work schedule: On site/in the field, at the office with some flexibility to work from home.GKR International have been exclusively retained to lead the search for a Business Development Manager to join my Valor Collective, a Luxury Design & Build Business in Central London. This is an opportunity to join a boutique consultancy delivering refined, design-led renovation and interiors projects across London.Are you a commercially minded, creative thinking natural networker with a proven track record in sales and client relationship management? Have you worked in the  luxury high end construction and build space?We're looking for a confident, design-literate Business Development Manager with a strong commercial instinct and a passion for premium residential design.You’ll take a lead role in developing client relationships, converting opportunities for home renovations, interior services and materials and supporting early-stage project delivery—ideal for someone who’s ready to step into a more entrepreneurial, client-facing role. What You'll Do

• Develop and manage relationships with private clients, architects, agents, and design professionals
• Qualify new business opportunities, lead site visits, and deliver compelling sales presentations
• Prepare tailored proposals, track leads via CRM, and help coordinate early project deliverables
• Support the design and project team by aligning client expectations with creative and technical input
• Represent the studio at key industry events, maintaining a polished, design-first presence

You’ll Bring

• 5 + years’ experience in high-end interiors, residential renovation, or design-led sales
• A proven ability to manage client pipelines, close deals, and communicate clearly with stakeholders
• Strong contacts across the industry
• A creative and keen eye for design 
• An intuitive understanding of construction, materials, finishes, and the luxury interiors process
• Confidence using tools such as Adobe Suite, or CRM systems (HubSpot a plus)

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