Business Development

AR Hine Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Greater London is seeking a senior professional to develop and deepen relationships in the Private Equity and Real Estate markets. The ideal candidate should have a Big 4 or consultancy background, strong commercial instincts, and a track record of revenue generation. The role focuses on client relationship management, leveraging a personal network to advise clients and drive business growth. This position offers significant autonomy within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Competitive reward structure

Significant autonomy

Opportunity to shape a client portfolio

Qualifications

• Background in a Big 4 firm or top-tier consultancy.
• Deep experience with Private Equity and/or Real Estate clients.
• Demonstrable network of senior relationships in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Originate and grow advisory mandates across Private Equity and Real Estate.
• Leverage personal network for business generation.
• Act as trusted adviser to PE houses and funds.
• Collaborate with internal teams to win complex engagements.
• Represent the firm at industry events.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Revenue generation

Networking skills

Autonomy

Job description

Private Equity & Real Estate

We are seeking a highly credible senior professional from a Big 4 or leading consultancy background to play a key role in developing and deepening relationships across the Private Equity and Real Estate markets.

This is a client-facing, relationship-led role for someone who brings not just technical and commercial expertise, but a proven network and trusted relationships at partner, fund and investment decision-maker level.

The Role

• Originate, develop and grow advisory mandates across Private Equity and Real Estate clients
• Leverage an established personal network to generate new business and cross-sell services
• Act as a trusted adviser to PE houses, funds, investors and senior real estate stakeholders
• Work closely with internal delivery teams to shape propositions and win complex engagements
• Represent the firm at senior-level meetings, industry events and within the wider market
• Play a visible role in the firm's market positioning and growth strategy

The Person

• Background in a Big 4 firm or top-tier consultancy or similar
• Deep experience working with Private Equity and/or Real Estate clients
• A demonstrable “black book” of senior PE and Real Estate relationships
• Strong commercial instincts with a proven track record of revenue generation
• Gravitas and credibility with Boards, Partners, Investment Committees and C-suite clients
• Entrepreneurial, self-starting and comfortable operating with autonomy
• Likely operating at Partner, Director or Senior Director level (or equivalent)

Why Join?

• Opportunity to build and shape a high-impact client portfolio
• Significant autonomy and influence within a growing, ambitious platform
• Competitive reward structure aligned to performance and growth
• A role suited to someone who enjoys combining relationships, influence and commercial impact