Global Head of Business Development - Financial Education

THE OPPORTUNITY HUB UK LTD; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A financial services education provider is looking for a Senior Business Development Manager to lead revenue generation efforts in the UK. This role involves building and managing teams, establishing key relationships within the financial services industry, and driving global business development initiatives. Strong experience in financial services sales and leadership is essential for success in this pivotal position.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for career advancement

Access to a global network

Qualifications

• Experience in sales related to tech, industry media, accounting, or fund administration.
• Proven leadership experience managing BD teams across geographies.
• Strong networking and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Identifying prospective clients and generating recurring revenues in the UK.
• Growing, leading, and managing international teams.
• Building high-value relationships within the financial services industry.

Skills

Sales experience in financial services

Leadership in business development

Networking and relationship-building

Communication and negotiation skills

Job description

An exceptional opportunity for a Senior Business Development Manager with experience in selling services to the financial services industry, to join a pioneering provider of financial services education. We are seeking a Global Head of Business Development for a financial education start-up. This organisation stands at the forefront of financial services education, offering career-focused programs that are in a class of their own. With flagship initiatives like the Henley Executive Hedge Fund Program, they have cemented their reputation globally through an exclusive partnership with a leading business school.

Overview

As the Global Head of Business Development, you will be stepping into a dynamic and critical role within the company. There is currently no dedicated sales function in the UK, and with your experience you will be the primary revenue generation, using your black book and background with selling into financial services. You will be responsible for identifying and engaging new leads, building pipelines, tracking prospects, and ultimately converting them into clients. Additionally, you will be managing and developing processes for small teams in Hong Kong. The expectation is for you to not only adapt swiftly but to excel from the onset, spearheading business development efforts with strategic acumen and visionary leadership.

Responsibilities

• Identifying prospective clients and generating recurring revenues in the UK
• Growing, leading and managing international teams, ensuring cohesion and peak performance across different geographies
• Implementing robust relationship-based sales practices and processes across all BD teams
• Building and nurturing high-value relationships within the financial services provider industry with networking and attending events as well as leveraging your extensive network
• Strategically expanding the company's global footprint through innovative business development initiatives
• Proven track record in business development within the financial services provider industry, with a strong preference for candidates possessing experience in sales related to tech, industry media, accounting, or fund administration
• Exceptional relationship-building and networking skills, with a proven ability to engage with and influence key stakeholders
• Experience in managing a BD team, with a flair for leadership that can transcend cultural and geographical boundaries
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of articulating complex ideas with clarity and persuasiveness
• You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom

Qualifications

• Experience selling services to the financial services industry
• Experience in sales related to tech, industry media, accounting, or fund administration is preferred
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage BD teams across geographies
• Strong networking and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary - Reflective of skills and experience; specific range to be discussed during the interview process
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in the expansion of a leading company within the financial services education sector
• Access to a global network of professionals and industry leaders

Why pursue a career in Financial Services Education?

Embarking on a career as a Global Head of Business Development within the financial services education sector offers opportunities to shape the future of finance professionals globally. This role places you at the heart of innovation in financial education and in a position to influence the next generation of leaders in the financial services industry. With the sector's evolution driven by technological advancements and regulatory changes, your impact will extend beyond business development, contributing to the broader mission of enhancing financial literacy and competency across the globe.