Business Development Manager

Kings Court Trust Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Employee discounts

Pension matching 5%

Income protection insurance

Life assurance policy

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Kings Court Trust is hiring a Business Development Manager in Bristol. This desk-based, permanent role focuses on building partnerships across estate planning, IFA’s, will writers, and related legal/financial services.

You will manage partner relationships, drive revenue growth, and represent the company at events and networking opportunities to generate leads. The role offers up to £40,000 base plus commission and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• B2B sales experience in a professional services context.
• Ability to manage key partner relationships and drive revenue.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure partnerships across estate planning, IFAs, Will writers, legal and financial sectors.
• Develop and manage partner relationships with high engagement and revenue growth.
• Represent the company at events and networking opportunities to promote services and generate leads.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and partner satisfaction.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets through effective account management and lead generation.

Skills

B2B Sales Experience

Account Management

Partner Relationship Management

Event & Networking Engagement

Presenting to Professionals

Sales/Business Development

Legal/Financial Services Knowledge

Job description

Role

Business Development Manager / Permanent / Desk Based

Salary

up to 40,000 + Commission

Start Date

Flexible

Location

Bristol

About us

At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed.

You can find out more about us via: https://www.kctrust.co.uk/about-us

Our Purpose

To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human.

What you’ll be doing

• Driving new business growth by identifying and securing partnerships across estate planning, IFA’s, Will writers, legal, financial, and related sectors.
• Managing and developing partner relationships, ensuring high engagement and revenue growth through regular meetings and strategic collaboration.
• Representing the company at events, meetings, and networking opportunities to promote services and generate leads and build solid relationships.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and partner satisfaction.
• Achieving and exceeding sales targets through effective account management, lead generation, and performance tracking.

What we’re looking for

• B2B Sales Experience Account and/or Partner Relationship Management
• Event & Networking Engagement
• Presenting to Professional Audiences
• Professional Sales or Account Management
• Certification Industry-specific knowledge or training in Legal or Financial Services

The type of person you’ll be:

• A strong communicator—clear, empathetic, and confident
• A proactive, solutions-focused individual
• A self-motivated high achiever—driven to meet and exceed targets, with the initiative and determination to succeed without close supervision.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• A passion for making a difference in people’s lives

What we can offer you

For this role we offer the following benefits:

• Up to £40,000 per annum D.O.E
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan – Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments
• Employee discounts across a range of products and services.
• Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental & holiday buy.
• Company pension scheme – matching up to 5%
• Income protection insurance
• Life assurance policy
• Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

A supportive, people-first culture

• Opportunities for growth and development
• A chance to make a real impact during one of life’s most challenging times
• Flexible working options to suit your needs

Where you’ll be working

Spectrum House, Bond Street Bristol BS1 3LG

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

At Kings Court Trust, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience—nothing else. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do.

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