Business Development Director

Dickson O'Brien Associates Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A private-equity-backed accountancy practice is seeking a Business Development Director in London to enhance their client base. The ideal candidate will leverage their network to establish strong relationships and drive new business. Responsibilities include managing a vigorous sales pipeline, gathering client insights for service innovation, and reporting on KPIs. A customer-focused background, and accountancy knowledge is advantageous. This role offers the opportunity to shape future services and contribute to the firm's growth.

Qualifications

• Strong customer-focused background with proven skills in business development and sales.
• Ability to cultivate relationships and manage a sales pipeline effectively.

Responsibilities

• Utilize your network to cultivate lasting relationships with decision-makers.
• Bring in new business and manage an active sales pipeline.
• Gather client insights to influence service development and innovation.

Skills

Networking

Business Development

Sales Strategy

Client Relationship Management

Job description

Business Development Director – London

Our client is seeking a dynamic and well‑connected Business Development Director to help grow their client base. The role works for a Private‑Equity‑backed accountancy practice based in the London area.

What You’ll Do

• Open doors and spark connections – Utilise your network to cultivate lasting relationships with decision‑makers who appreciate working with you.
• Bring in new business
• Pitch with confidence – Whether it’s in meetings, proposals, or big presentations, you’ll showcase our training solutions in a way that excites and inspires.
• Keep the pipeline buzzing – Manage and grow a healthy sales pipeline, working closely with marketing and product teams to make sure we’re always a step ahead.
• Shape the future – Gather client insights and feedback to influence our service development and keep us fresh, relevant and innovative.
• Track the wins – Monitor performance, report on KPIs and forecast revenue.

The ideal candidate will have a strong customer‑focused background; any accountancy background knowledge would be advantageous.