Business Development Director -Manchester

Ambition; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking a Principal Consultant for Business Development in Manchester. This newly created role will focus on shaping growth strategies and building partnerships within the Northern region, offering significant influence and visibility within the firm. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in business development with strong leadership and strategic planning skills.

Benefits

Freedom to shape a newly created position

High visibility and impact

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development, ideally 10+ years.
• Exceptional relationship-building and negotiation abilities.
• Commercially astute with a deep understanding of market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Originate and convert new business opportunities across the Northern region.
• Build and nurture strategic alliances and client relationships.
• Lead regional sales strategy and pipeline development.

Skills

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Negotiation

Market dynamics understanding

Team leadership

Job description

Principal Consultant - BD. Marketing & Communications - Professional Services (non-legal)

Director of Business Development - Northern Region | Top 10 UK Accounting Firm

An exciting opportunity has emerged with one of the UK's top 10 accounting firms-a brand built on over a century of trust, innovation, and growth. This is a brand-new, strategic leadership role designed to shape the future of business development across the Northern region, with a focus on Manchester and surrounding areas.

This firm is known for simplifying the complex, unlocking potential, and delivering extraordinary outcomes for clients across generations. With a comprehensive suite of services-from tax and accountancy to corporate finance and restructuring-they are now looking to expand their market presence through visionary leadership.

About the Role: This is not just another BD role. It's a chance to create and lead a regional growth strategy, originate new opportunities, and build high-impact partnerships. The successful candidate will drive commercial behaviour, influence strategic direction, and collaborate across business lines to deliver measurable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Originate and convert new business opportunities across the Northern region.
• Build and nurture strategic alliances and client relationships.
• Lead regional sales strategy and pipeline development.
• Collaborate with partners to develop winning proposals and bids.
• Champion best practices in sales and marketing integration.
• Drive commercial performance and exceed personal sales targets.

What's Needed:

• Proven track record in business development, ideally 10+ years.
• Strong strategic planning and execution skills.
• Exceptional relationship-building and negotiation abilities.
• Commercially astute with a deep understanding of market dynamics.
• A self-starter with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Experience in leading teams and mentoring talent.

Why This Role Stands Out:

• It's a newly created position-you'll have the freedom to shape it.
• You'll be working with a top-tier firm that's growing fast and investing in innovation.
• The role offers high visibility and impact, with direct influence on regional strategy.

If you're a dynamic leader ready to take on a transformative challenge, this is your moment to make a lasting impact.

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Business Development Director -Manchester