Business Development Manager

LJ Recruitment; Barnard Castle; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding financial services firm seeks a Business Development Manager who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment. This hybrid role involves driving growth by securing new business and building relationships. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen with proven experience in sales or client relations within the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Proven success in business development or sales roles within financial services.
• Ability to work autonomously in a hybrid/remote setup.
• Knowledge of FCA regulations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across the UK.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Negotiate commercial terms and contracts with prospective clients.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Business Development Manager
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid/Flexible)
Salary: 50,000- 75,000 base + performance-related bonus (OTE 75,000- 100,000, subject to final confirmation)

Our client is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team. This is a full-time hybrid position based in or around Newcastle upon Tyne, though the location is flexible depending on the candidate's experience and seniority.

This role will suit someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and is confident driving business growth independently while building meaningful relationships across the financial services landscape.

The firm operates under full FCA authorisation and has a strong reputation for balancing long-term growth with robust risk management.

Key Responsibilities as a Business Development Manager:

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across the UK
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategy
• Prepare and deliver presentations tailored to different audiences
• Negotiate commercial terms and contracts with prospective clients
• Collaborate with internal teams to align on strategic business goals

Key Requirements as a Business Development Manager:

• Proven success in business development, sales, or client relationship roles within financial services
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to understand investment propositions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Ability to work autonomously in a hybrid/remote setup
• Solid understanding of market research and strategy development
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or related field
• Knowledge of FCA regulations and investment industry standards is advantageous

How to apply:

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