Head of Business Development

Universal Business Team; Bognor Regis; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business development firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Business Development to drive growth and lead a talented team. The successful candidate will shape and deliver commercial strategy, manage the sales pipeline, and build strategic relationships. The role offers a competitive salary of £80,000 – £100,000 plus profit share, alongside perks like a company car, annual leave, and an on-site gym. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization during an exciting phase of growth.

Benefits

Company car and technology package

24 days’ annual leave

On-site gym

Free lunch at HQ

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior business development, sales, or commercial leadership role.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A commercial mindset, with measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Business Development team.
• Drive new business growth and manage the sales pipeline.
• Build strategic relationships with clients and partners.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship Building

Communication

Commercial Mindset

Proactiveness

Job description

Head of Business Development

Location: Flexible / Hybrid (with presence at Head Office in Bognor Regis at least once a week)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 + Profit Share

Are you a strategic business builder with the drive to lead growth from the front?

We’re looking for a Head of Business Development to shape and deliver our commercial strategy — identifying opportunities, leading a talented team, and taking the business to its next exciting stage of expansion.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where strategy meets execution. You’ll combine vision with action, influence with energy, and insight with results.

The Opportunity

You’ll lead the business development function — guiding, inspiring, and empowering your team to deliver outstanding commercial results while strengthening our brand and partnerships across the UK and beyond.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading, coaching, and developing members of the Business Development team.
• Driving new business growth and managing the full sales pipeline.
• Building and maintaining strategic relationships with key clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Identifying and pursuing opportunities that align with our long‑term growth ambitions.
• Collaborating across departments to ensure seamless delivery and sustained client success.

About You

You’re a confident, commercially astute leader who thrives in a dynamic environment. You understand how to motivate teams, inspire clients, and convert opportunities into tangible results.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in a senior business development, sales, or commercial leadership role.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills — both with clients and your own team.
• A commercial mindset, with the ability to translate strategy into measurable outcomes.
• A proactive, forward‑thinking approach, with the agility to adapt in a fast‑paced, evolving business.
• A passion for growth — both personally and professionally.

• Competitive salary of £80,000 – £100,000 plus profit share.
• Company car and technology package.
• 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture where ideas are encouraged and success is shared.
• Access to an on‑site gym and free lunch when working from HQ.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a forward‑thinking organisation with a clear purpose: empowering businesses to achieve more with less. We’re on an exciting journey of growth and transformation — and we’re looking for a leader who wants to grow with us.

If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and deliver meaningful commercial impact, we’d love to hear from you.