Head of Business Development- Blume

Fletchers Solicitors; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading customer acquisition specialist in the legal sector is seeking a Head of Business Development in Manchester. You will be responsible for driving growth strategies, building relationships with law firms, and representing the company at industry events. The role requires a strategic thinker with over 5 years of experience in business development. Join a collaborative team with competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Pivotal role in a mission-driven team

Qualifications

• 5+ years in business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial leadership, ideally in legal services.
• Proven track record of driving revenue through strategic relationships.
• Strategic thinker who can deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify new market opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Develop relationships with law firms across key sectors.
• Represent the company at industry events and networking opportunities.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing business development team.

Skills

Business development

Relationship-building

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

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Head of Business Development

Location: Didsbury with nationwide travel

Reports to: Chief Customer Officer

Blume have a fantastic opportunity to join our growing Team.

Blume is one of the UK's leading customer acquisition specialists in the legal sector that is expanding rapidly across the UK, via both organic growth and M&A activity.

We are growing our business development team and are looking for someone who loves to build and develop lasting relationships and be passionate about business growth and expansion. We are looking for you to develop a prospective client list and work with the team to move them through the sales funnel.

You will also be stepping into the spotlight as you represent Blume Group at events and network gatherings with the aim to create new business opportunities. This role is critical to help our business flourish.

We're growing fast-and we're looking for a Head of Business Development to drive our next chapter.

Why This Role Matters

This isn't just about sales-it's about shaping the future of Blume. You'll assist in leading our business development strategy, forge partnerships with law firms, and open up new opportunities that make a real impact for our clients. If you thrive in building relationships, spotting market opportunities, and leading growth initiatives, this is your chance to make your mark in a niche, high-impact sector.

What You'll Do

• Lead growth strategy: Identify new market opportunities, revenue streams, and strategic partnerships.
• Build partnerships that matter: Develop relationships with law firms across both Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence and other key stakeholders.
• Drive measurable results: Turn opportunities into revenue through smart, sustainable business development initiatives.
• Be the face of Blume: Represent us at industry events, legal conferences, and networking opportunities.
• Lead and inspire: Build and mentor a high-performing business development team as we scale.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years in business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial leadership, ideally in legal services, Medico-legal or insurance.
• A proven track record of driving revenue through strategic relationships.
• Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of personal injury, clinical negligence, or legal services is a big advantage.
• A strategic thinker who can roll up their sleeves and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Play a pivotal role in scaling a company with real purpose.
• Join a passionate, collaborative, and mission-driven team.
• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• The chance to shape strategy and see the impact of your work on people's lives.

Ready to lead Blume's growth and make a real difference?
Apply today and let's build the future of personal injury and clinical negligence services together.