Senior Business Development Manager
We are looking for a senior business development manager to join our team and enhance the strategic growth of our organization. This role presents a unique opportunity to significantly impact our company's growth by supporting major account and sector leaders in achieving ambitious objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and agree strategic and tactical marketing and business development plans for allocated business units/industries.
* Collaborate with senior business stakeholders to align marketing and business development activity with business priorities and objectives.
* Effective delivery of campaigns and activities that will make our clients' brands stand out in the marketplace and help their advisors engage with clients on the issues that matter.
* Provide measurement, analysis, and assessments of activities.
* Strategic client and key account reporting – Business performance, pipelines, ensure data accuracy.
* Maintain knowledge and understanding of business unit/industry business landscapes including sector insights, customer knowledge, emerging trends, competitor analysis.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* A relevant degree or equivalent qualification.
* 8+ years of experience in a senior business development or commercial role within industry or professional services.
* Experience within Financial Services is required.
* Proven track record of driving growth in large accounts.
* Strong commercial acumen, with a growth-oriented and sales-focused mindset.
* Proficient in utilizing pipeline and CRM systems for tracking revenue and reporting.
* Exceptional relationship-building and networking skills, capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
* Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
* Ability to drive change positively and influence decision-making processes.
* Strong organizational skills and project management capabilities.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
About You:
* A proactive and results-driven individual with a strong passion for business development.
* Able to build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders.
* A strong understanding of the financial services industry and its trends.
* Able to drive growth and identify new opportunities.