Business Development Coordinator

PKF Smith Cooper Limited; Kegworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading accounting and business advisory firm is seeking a proactive Business Development Coordinator in Derby. This part-time role involves supporting strategic business development initiatives, coordinating with senior stakeholders, and managing the firm's CRM system. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and experience in business development. The role offers a flexible working environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Kudos Reward Scheme

Life assurance and healthcare cashback

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or client-facing roles.
• Ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate BD activities with senior stakeholders.
• Manage BD data within the CRM system.
• Represent the firm at networking events.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

CRM proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Workbooks

Job description

Overview

Location: Derby

Contract: Part-time (22.5 to 30 hours - Flexible)

Salary: Dependent on experience

At PKF Smith Cooper, we do things differently. As one of the Midlands’ leading firms of accountants and business advisors, we pride ourselves on delivering more than just technical expertise; we build trusted, long-term relationships that make a real impact. Behind that success is a team of talented, forward-thinking individuals, each playing a key role in shaping the future of the businesses and people we support.

We have big plans for the future, including an ambitious goal to double in size over the next five years. To get there, we\'re investing heavily in our people, our services, and our culture.

When you join us, you’re not just stepping into a job; you’re stepping into meaningful work. You’ll be given the responsibility, trust, and support to make your mark from the outset, with guidance from our senior leaders and access to a wider team of experts.

We believe that great work happens in a great environment. That’s why we’ve built a culture based on empower, engage, and excel. From regular team socials and firm-wide summer events to sports teams, walking challenges, and our popular book club, there’s plenty to get involved in. Most importantly, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and supported to grow both personally and professionally.

About the role

We’re looking for a proactive and collaborative Business Development Coordinator to join our ambitious team in Derby. This is a key role that will support and drive strategic business development initiatives across our East Midlands offices, working closely with Partners, Directors, and Senior Management.

You’ll be instrumental in helping us build strong relationships with clients, professional connectors, and prospects, while enhancing our visibility and market intelligence. If you’re highly organised, confident, engaging with stakeholders, and passionate about making an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

The important work you will be doing

• Coordinating and communicating regularly with senior stakeholders to plan and monitor BD activities
• Facilitating collaboration across service lines and offices to ensure cohesive BD efforts
• Managing and maintaining BD activity within our CRM system (Workbooks), including performance tracking and data accuracy
• Representing the firm at networking events, client functions, and industry gatherings across the East Midlands
• Monitoring competitor activity and maintaining a strategic database of competitor clients
• Supporting the identification and pursuit of new business opportunities, including tailored approaches for target clients
• Contributing to pitch documents and ensuring best practices are followed
• Handling website enquiries and directing them to the most appropriate teams to maximise conversion
• Gathering insights from market trends and competitor analysis to inform the BD strategy

The skills and experience you will bring

• Proven experience in a business development, marketing, or client-facing role
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Proficiency in CRM systems (ideally Workbooks) and data analysis
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident in taking initiative
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple offices
• Knowledge of the East Midlands business landscape is desirable

Why PKF Smith Cooper?

• Our company culture, built on our values – Engage, Empower and Excel – encourages initiative, personal growth, and collaboration. Every team member is appreciated and celebrated; a notion embodied in our Kudos Reward Scheme.
• The firm’s Partners, who remain actively invested in the development of employees, will both support and champion your professional development and progression.
• We work with ambitious businesses of different sizes across a variety of sectors, so no two jobs are the same.
• We are multi-award-winning accountants and business advisors, ranked the 12th biggest firm by UK fee income in the Accountancy Age Top 50+50.

Why Derby?

At our headquarters, located in Pride Park, you’ll find our main office, featuring three floors of bright, open-plan workspaces, breakout areas, and modern meeting rooms. Fully equipped kitchens and dining spaces are perfect for spending time away from our desks, and you can even enjoy our private, on-site gym.

PKF International

As an active member of PKF International, we are part of a large global network of legally independent accounting firms.

Located in the 5 fastest growing global markets, we have ground presence in 150 countries and span across many jurisdictions.

An ambitious, future-focused network, PKF provides a comprehensive range of services. Operating in unison with member firms across the world, we are able to share our ideas, expertise, and specialist resources to better serve our clients, delivering highly personalised services and global connectivity through our client-centric culture.

What\'s in it for you?

Our benefits package has been designed around our people and shaped by our values. As part of Team PKF Smith Cooper, here are some of the things you can expect:

• A working environment that empowers you to perform at your best, through our flexible working policy and dress for your diary scheme - Hybrid working during your probation period is subject to the manager\'s discretion
• Time to do what matters to you – 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, the option to reduce annual hours for additional annual leave, and your birthday off, on us. Long-serving employees can also request a sabbatical, giving you the chance to make truly unforgettable memories
• Rewards for those who actively embrace and embody our values and culture through our Kudos Reward Scheme
• Regular social events and annual, company-wide away days allow you to engage with colleagues across your division and office, as well as the wider firm
• Bonus referral schemes for introducing new talent or clients so that when we benefit, you do too
• Life doesn’t stop at the end of the working day and neither do our benefits. We also offer life assurance, discounts on a huge variety of retailers through the PKF Smith Cooper Rewards Scheme, and cashback on healthcare (including dental visits, physiotherapy etc) through Healthshield

How to apply?

If you believe you meet our requirements, we encourage you to apply! Even if you don’t meet 100% of the criteria, please submit your application. To do so, upload your CV and a cover letter to our job portal.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to a member of the People team at [e-mail] or by calling 01332 332021.

Please note that we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds; however, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who require a visa to work in the UK.

Also, we kindly ask that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us unless we have directly reached out to you.