Head of Business Development

Leadenhall Search & Selection; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy is seeking a Head of Business Development to lead initiatives in the UK financial services sector. This role focuses on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and developing business strategies within a dynamic environment. Competitive salary plus additional benefits offered, including equity opportunities, making this a substantial role for the successful candidate.

Benefits

Share options and performance-based revenue share

Health insurance and pension

Hybrid working and access to WeWork offices

Opportunity to shape the direction of a growing consultancy

Qualifications

• Approximately 3+ years in credit risk, financial analytics, or business development.
• Strong understanding of the UK regulatory environment.
• Proven track record in lead generation and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a business development strategy for UK financial services.
• Build and manage a pipeline of new client opportunities.
• Represent the firm at key industry events.

Skills

Relationship Building

Commercial Acumen

Sales Strategy

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Networking

Education

Degree in Finance, Business, Mathematics or related field

Job description

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Consultant - Financial Services | Investment Management | Private Equity - Leadenhall Search & Selection

Head of Business Development – Financial Services Consultancy

London (Hybrid) | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Equity

A fast-growing consultancy specialising in credit risk and financial analytics is looking for a commercially minded Head of Business Development to lead its expansion across the UK financial services sector. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to shape the growth strategy of a boutique firm with a strong technical foundation.

The Role

This position is ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, identifying commercial opportunities, and leading business development initiatives. You will work closely with consultants and leadership to deliver tailored solutions for banks and lenders, while also representing the firm at key industry events.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a business development strategy focused on UK financial services
• Build and manage a pipeline of new client opportunities
• Represent the firm at conferences, roundtables, and networking events
• Lead outreach efforts and organise campaigns such as webinars and workshops
• Collaborate on commercial proposals and pitch materials
• Contribute to marketing and positioning efforts
• Maintain awareness of trends in credit risk, modelling, and regulation

About You

• Approximately 3+ years of experience in credit risk, financial analytics, or consulting/business development
• Strong understanding of the UK regulatory environment (e.g. IFRS 9, IRB)
• Proven track record in lead generation, client engagement, and sales strategy
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable presenting and networking with senior decision-makers
• Degree in Finance, Business, Mathematics, or a related field

What’s on Offer

• Share options and performance-based revenue share
• Health insurance and pension
• Hybrid working and access to WeWork offices
• Opportunity to shape the direction of a growing consultancy

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services and Financial Services

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