Business Development Manager

GreySpark Partners; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth and build lasting client relationships. This role offers the opportunity to shape go-to-market strategies and engage with senior stakeholders in the financial services sector. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with a strong sales background and excellent communication skills. Join a supportive and innovative environment where your contributions will have a significant impact on the firm's success and your career development.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Career development opportunities

Autonomy in role

Training in financial services and consulting

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of sales experience in consulting or recruitment services.
• Proven track record of exceeding commercial targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full business development lifecycle from prospecting to account management.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of clients and opportunities.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Proactive Mindset

Education

University Degree

Job description

Business Development Manager

GreySpark Partners London, United Kingdom

Join a firm where your ambition, ideas, and drive can shape the future. At GreySpark Partners, we deliver expert business and management solutions to clients across the global financial markets. Since 2009, we’ve been the trusted consulting partner to investment banks, asset managers, hedge funds, private equity firms, and fintechs, helping them navigate complex challenges across business strategy, regulation, and technology. We’re looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team. This is a high-impact role for someone entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and passionate about identifying opportunities, solving client problems, and building long-term partnerships.

You’ll work closely with the Head of Business Development to shape and execute go-to-market strategies, engage with senior stakeholders, and grow a sustainable revenue stream, in support of our specialist consulting and resourcing services.

Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of the full business development lifecycle, from prospecting and meetings to proposal writing, closing deals, and ongoing account management
• Identify and qualify market demand across capital markets
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of clients and opportunities
• Design bespoke solutions in collaboration with our internal consulting and delivery teams
• Develop long-term relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers
• Act as a brand ambassador and advocate of GreySpark’s thought leadership, values, and service offerings

Requirements:

• Sales experience: 2-5 years, preferably in a service-led organisation like consulting or recruitment services for the financial services industry
• A proven track record of hitting or exceeding commercial targets
• Confident, credible communicator with excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with senior-level executives
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• A self-starter mindset; proactive, driven, and curious
• Team player with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong organisational skills
• Willingness to learn
• University degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to work outside of the office (attending client sites, events, etc.)
• Ability to work flexible working hours and be responsive, given the nature of being in a client-facing role

Nice to have:

• Experience selling consulting, resourcing, or expertise-led solutions
• Familiarity with financial services, especially investment banking or fintech
• A relevant industry network or contact base

What we offer:

• A dynamic, inclusive and supportive work environment where you can make an impact
• Autonomy to shape your role and influence commercial direction.
• A dedicated career path and potential to attain levels of seniority
• Exposure to a fast-paced and highly innovative industry
• Training and development in financial services, consulting, and sales

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