BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE

Capgemini; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in London is seeking an experienced business development executive to lead client relationships and drive account expansion. The successful candidate will have over 15 years in IT and sales, with deep knowledge of the insurance sector. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential to align client strategies with Capgemini's offerings. This role offers the opportunity to shape significant deals and manage global accounts.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in IT and sales.
• Deep familiarity with the Insurance industry.
• Experience managing global teams and accounts over $20M.

Responsibilities

• Own and grow client relationships with strategic alignment.
• Drive account expansion through solution selling.
• Lead sales-to-delivery handoffs for seamless execution.

Skills

Client relationship management

Solution selling

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Shape the Future with Capgemini

At Capgemini, we empower you to shape your career your way. Join a global community where collaboration, innovation, and purpose come together to reimagine what's possible. Be part of a team that helps the world's leading organizations unlock the power of technology to build a more sustainable and inclusive future.

Responsibilities

• Own and grow client relationships, including C-level engagement and strategic alignment.
• Drive account expansion through solution selling across Strategy & Consulting, Digital, Cloud, and Data.
• Monitor financial performance, provide forecasts, and identify margin improvement opportunities.
• Lead sales-to-delivery handoffs and ensure seamless transition and execution.
• Manage demand planning and collaborate with Delivery Executives and recruitment teams.
• Shape and close deals, lead RFP/RFI responses, and oversee proposal quality and orals.
• Align Capgemini offerings with client vision and strategy to enable long-term growth.
• Build and maintain relationships across IT and business functions to become a strategic partner.
• Maintain cadence with client stakeholders and position Capgemini as partner of choice.
• Provide feedback and support performance appraisals for the account team.
• Own and manage alliance relationships and update opportunity status in THOR.

Must-Have Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in IT and sales, with proven success in business development and account management.
• Deep familiarity with the Insurance industry, including Retirement Services and Wealth Management.
• Experience managing global teams and large accounts ($20M+).
• Strong orientation toward solution selling and cross-service integration.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global leader in business and technology transformation. With 340,000 team members in over 50 countries, we help organizations accelerate their digital and sustainable transitions. Backed by over 55 years of experience, we deliver end-to-end solutions powered by AI, cloud, and data, and supported by deep industry expertise. In 2023, Capgemini reported global revenues of €22.5 billion.Get the future you want