Business Development Director

Ambition; Bristol; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Clear progression opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A top 10 UK accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Business Development Director to enhance growth and innovation in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in business development, demonstrating strategic thinking, sales leadership, and strong relationship skills. This role offers a competitive package within a collaborative culture focused on client success and leadership. Join us to shape the future of this ambitious firm.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in business development or related roles.
• Proven ability to drive revenue growth and manage complex client relationships.
• Comfortable influencing at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business development across the region.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on winning proposals.
• Identify trends and create new services initiatives.

Skills

Business development

Sales leadership

Networking

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Job description

I’m working on behalf of a top 10 UK accountancy firm that is looking for an experienced and strategic Business Development Director to join their team in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by driving growth and shaping the future of a highly respected, fast-growing firm.

Why this role is exciting:

• Lead new business development across the region, originating opportunities and building strategic partnerships.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop winning proposals, manage bids, and influence regional strategy.
• Be at the forefront of market innovation, identifying trends and creating new services and initiatives.

What we’re looking for:

• A strong background in business development and sales leadership, ideally within professional services or a similar consultative environment.
• Proven ability to drive revenue growth, manage complex client relationships, and deliver results.
• Strategic thinker with excellent networking, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Comfortable working across multiple business lines and influencing at senior levels.

The ideal candidate:

• 10+ years’ experience in business development or related roles.
• Commercially astute, proactive, and passionate about building relationships.
• Skilled in managing teams and mentoring others.

What’s on offer:

• Join a top-tier firm with a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans.
• A collaborative culture that values innovation, leadership, and client success.
• Competitive package and clear progression opportunities.

If you’re ready to take on a high-impact role and help shape the future of a leading accountancy firm, I’d love to hear from you.