Business Development Manager

Welcome to Thornley Groves, where property is done personally. As part of Lomond, the UK's leading network of lettings and estate agencies, we're proud to have 10 offices and over 170 staff ready to assist our customers. With our team's extensive industry expertise and local knowledge, we're here to help people find, sell, and let their property.

Now, we're happy to offer you an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Business Development Manager. This is a full time, permanent position located in Didsbury.

This role offers a realistic OTE of £35,000 (uncapped)

Let's talk about the role, it involves:

  • Generate new business opportunities
  • Advising Landlords on market values/behaviours for potential buy-to-let purchases
  • Support the Lettings & Investment Manager with undertaking Lettings Market Appraisals
  • Registration and management of your personal applicants
  • Generate offers and negotiate lets
  • Complete all necessary paperwork to ensure a smooth transaction
  • Support the process of bringing new properties to the market
  • Update marketing material by taking photographs and filming video tours

We're not just looking for someone who fits our team; we want to be a good fit for you too! We're looking for individuals who qualities such as:

  • A dynamic lister with an enviable track record for new managed business
  • Leads by example on core behaviours and aspires those around them
  • Can demonstrate being a strong team player, and contribute to making the workplace a great place to work

At Thornley Groves, we believe in taking care of our people. That's why we offer some amazing perks and benefits through our engagement platform, LOMONDLife. Here's what you can look forward to:

  • Our smart spending app gives you discounts at over 900 retailers and our wellbeing centre is packed with resources to help you get active, eat healthier, improve your financial wellbeing and master your mental health.
  • Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free counselling support sessions.
  • Get the latest gadgets and appliances with our Smart Tech Scheme.
  • We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint with our Cycle2Work Scheme.
  • We offer enhanced Family Friendly Leave for maternity, paternity, adoption & IVF.
  • You'll enjoy competitive base pay that aligns with market value, plus incentivised commission and performance bonuses for most roles.
  • Planning for retirement? We've got you covered with that important pension pot.
  • We'll support your professional development by funding your professional qualifications, so you can reach your full potential and build your career.
  • And of course, we like to have a little fun too! Our company socials bring our people together. So work hard and then socialise even harder!

We're excited to offer these amazing benefits to our hardworking teams. It's our way of showing appreciation for your dedication. At Thornley Groves, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives.

Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you. Apply today!

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  • Location Didsbury, Greater Manchester, M20 2DW
  • Salary £30,000 to £35,000 per annum
  • Job Type Permanent - Full-time
  • Posted 07/05/2026
  • Closing Date: 08/06/2026
  • Job Reference: CR1567600DidBDM
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