Head Of Business Development

Verto People; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury interior design studio in London seeks a dynamic Head of Business Development to lead growth within the private residential and commercial sectors. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in business development, a strong network of high-end clients, and exceptional communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and hybrid working flexibility.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance-related bonus

Hybrid working flexibility

International travel opportunities

Private healthcare and company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development within interior design, property, architecture, or luxury goods.
• Strong network of high-end clients and industry contacts.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the studio's business development strategy.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities in luxury sectors.
• Represent the brand at industry events and high-level client meetings.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Job description

Head of Business Development

Location: Chelsea, London

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum + Commission

Introduction

An award-winning luxury interior design studio with over 30 years of success is seeking a dynamic Head of Business Development to spearhead growth across private residential and commercial sectors. This is a rare opportunity to join a globally recognised brand renowned for exquisite craftsmanship, elegant design, and visionary leadership.

This role will suit a commercially minded professional with a proven track record in business development within the design, architecture, property, or luxury sectors, someone who thrives on building meaningful relationships and representing a prestigious creative brand at the highest level.

Package

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working flexibility
• International travel opportunities
• Private healthcare and company benefits

Office: Knightsbridge, Central London

Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Duties

• Lead and execute the studio's business development strategy across key markets
• Identify and convert new business opportunities in luxury residential and commercial sectors
• Represent the brand at industry events, exhibitions, and high-level client meetings
• Nurture and expand relationships with UHNWIs, developers, architects, and collaborators
• Work closely with the senior leadership team to align growth plans with creative vision
• Oversee marketing, PR, and partnership activity to support commercial objectives
• Produce regular market insight reports and pipeline updates

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development within interior design, property, architecture, or luxury goods
• Strong network of high-end clients and industry contacts
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Strategic mindset with an entrepreneurial and proactive approach
• A passion for luxury design and an ability to represent a prestigious brand with confidence
• Willingness to travel internationally when required