Business Development Manager

Job description

Business Development Manager

Employment Type: Full‑time

Hybrid: 3 days per week in the London office

Salary: £100,000 - £110,000 + 40% bonus

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and driven Business Development Lead who excels at building long‑term client relationships, spotting high‑value opportunities, and contributing directly to commercial growth. This role is ideal for someone who combines professionalism and attention to detail with an entrepreneurial, proactive approach.

You will work as part of a collaborative BD team, engaging with senior stakeholders, driving new business, and ensuring an exceptional client experience throughout the engagement lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the business development strategy in line with organisational goals.
• Build and maintain a high‑quality network of senior contacts across Private Equity, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Accountancy, and CFO communities.
• Partner with senior delivery teams to scope opportunities and craft compelling proposals.
• Plan and lead sales meetings, ensuring internal stakeholders are fully prepared.
• Conduct a targeted volume of face‑to‑face meetings and calls within named accounts.
• Use networks, corporate finance news, and market intelligence to identify high‑value prospects.
• Carry out detailed background research on individuals and organisations to tailor outreach.
• Manage designated accounts to ensure excellent client satisfaction and repeat engagement.
• Work closely with BD colleagues to maximise activity, coverage, and overall success.
• Oversee the engagement process from proposal through to engagement letter, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain accurate prospecting records within CRM systems, ensuring GDPR compliance.
• Keep CRM data consistently updated to support seamless cross‑team collaboration.
• Gather post‑project client feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Represent the organisation at relevant networking events and industry forums.

Person Specification

Experience

• Minimum 8 / 10 years’ experience within a professional services environment (essential).
• Proven success in achieving business development targets in a current BD role.
• Experience in consultancy or advisory environments.
• Must have knowledge of - Professional Services, Financial Services, Private Equity, or Investment Banking.

Competencies

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Ability to adapt communication style appropriately, from PAs to C‑Suite executives.
• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail, especially when preparing for external meetings.
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Open to constructive feedback and committed to continuous development.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and adapt to fast‑changing demands.
• Commercially aware with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Strong time‑management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to attend a high volume of in‑person meetings.
• Quick to understand new markets, organisations, and industries.
• Motivated to contribute meaningfully to business growth.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English