Business Development Director - AI - Data - CoPilot

Cognitive Group | Part of the Focus Cloud Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy seeks an experienced Business Development Director specializing in AI. The role involves driving growth in AI offerings, building relationships with clients, and representing the company at industry events. A hybrid working arrangement is available with a strong focus on delivering innovative AI solutions.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive benefits

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales/business development experience in the technology sector.
• 1-2 years experience specifically selling AI-based solutions or platforms.
• Proven success in selling bespoke software or infrastructure services.

Responsibilities

• Building trusted, consultative relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Driving the full business development lifecycle from lead qualification to contract signature.
• Representing the business at industry events and promoting AI capabilities.

Skills

Sales Strategy

Client Relationship Management

AI Solutions Selling

Innovation in AI

Job description

Business Development Director - AI - Data - CoPilot

Business Development Director - AI - Data - CoPilot

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Business Development Director – Data & AI

Must be eligible for SC clearance or actively SC Cleared

Hybrid WFH - with travel to London and/or client sites

Permanent

We’re currently working with an established and market leading technology and transformation consultancy. They are looking for an experienced AI Business Development Director to drive the growth of a rapidly expanding AI practice. You’ll be at the forefront of the AI revolution, with a specific focus on technologies such as Generative AI, Open AI services, Microsoft Azure, Power Platform, and Co-pilot.

Your role will centre on identifying and developing opportunities where AI offerings can deliver real value to clients across a range of industries. While your primary focus will be on AI, you’ll also play a vital role in connecting opportunities to a broader portfolio – from infrastructure solutions to strategic consulting services.

What you'll be doing:

• Building trusted, consultative relationships with senior stakeholders across client organisations by understanding their business pain points and objectives.
• Articulating how our AI and data solutions address specific industry and organisational challenges, backed by real-world case studies.
• Driving the full business development lifecycle – from identifying and qualifying leads through to contract signature – in close collaboration with technical delivery teams.
• Engaging with the partner ecosystem (including Microsoft and OpenAI)
• Representing the business at industry events and conferences, promoting the AI capabilities and building your network.
• Travelling for face-to-face client meetings whenever possible – particularly during the early stages of a relationship.

What you'll bring:

• 5+ years of sales/business development experience in the technology sector.
• 1-2 years (minimum) of experience specifically selling AI-based solutions or platforms.
• Proven success in selling bespoke software or infrastructure services
• The ability to shape and propose innovative solutions to client problems using AI, with support from technical experts.
• Work with one of the most forward-thinking AI practices in the industry.
• Shape the evolution of AI offerings, from vision to execution.
• Collaborate with world-class technical experts and strategic partners.
• Thrive in a culture of learning, experimentation, and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Enjoy flexible working, competitive benefits, and opportunities for progression.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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