CFO Business Development Director

Grant Thornton UK LLP; London; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading global audit and advisory firm in London seeks a CFO Solutions Business Development Director. This role involves generating leads, developing strategic plans, and engaging with clients at the C-Suite level. The ideal candidate will possess strong sales and communication skills and have experience in a professional services environment. Flexibility in working hours and a culture valuing diversity are key components of this position.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of business development at C-Suite level in B2B.
• Strong understanding of finance functions and market dynamics.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and break down silos.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue opportunities with potential new clients.
• Engage clients through effective presentations.
• Develop strategic business development plans.
• Cultivate relationships with industry stakeholders.
• Represent the firm at events and conferences.

Skills

Lead generation

Sales

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Collaboration

Self-motivated

Job description

Overview

More than you expected

The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 76,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.

Job Description:

NEW GROUND WON'T BREAK ITSELF.

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.

Our CFO solutions team were established to help our clients overcome significant challenges, where there could be a potential knowledge/skillset gap or lack of resource. They work directly with Finance teams to help them deliver business critical projects. These can range from more simple issues e.g. year-end accounting to working with firms going through more complex issues e.g. IPOs and M&A. The CFO solutions team sits within our Advisory (Deals & Business Consulting) division and work closely with a range of clients across different industry sectors.

We\'re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we\'ll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

As a CFO Solutions Business Development Director within our team practice, you will:

• Identify, establish and pursue opportunities, partnerships and client relationships with potential new clients, generating leads and opportunities.
• Engage prospective clients through effective communication and presentations to showcase our services and value proposition.
• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to drive growth in our CFO Solutions offering
• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and industry influencers to enhance our market presence.
• Represent our firm at industry events, conferences and networking opportunities to build strategic partnerships and alliances.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations summarising business development actives, progress and outcomes.

Knowing you\'re right for us

Joining us as a CFO Solutions Business Development Director, the minimum criteria you\'ll need is a proven track record of business development within a B2B environment at C-Suite level with a strong upper midmarket network. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don\'t worry if you don\'t tick every box, we\'ll help you develop along the way.

• You\'ll have a thorough understanding and a proven track record of lead generation, sales and identifying cold targets in a professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of finance functions, market dynamics, industry trends, and competitive landscapes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to break down silos, barriers.
• Self-motivated and result orientated.

Knowing we\'re right for you

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you\'ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That\'s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you\'re with outside of work matter, that\s why we\'re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we\'ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you\'ll be giving back to society. It\'s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm\'s values - purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.

We\'re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what\'s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It\'s how it should be.