Head of Business Development [C5227]

All; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industry body in media and technology is seeking a Head of Business Development to drive growth through new commercial opportunities. The successful candidate will have a strong track record in relationship selling and be experienced at a leadership level. Responsibilities include developing value propositions and securing stakeholder support. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the CEO and senior team in a dynamic marketplace.

Qualifications

• Experience at Head of Department or Director level.
• Proven track record in relationship selling.
• Ability to understand and respond to market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Develop new value propositions with monetization models.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Generate revenue for the business.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship selling

Business development

Market dynamics understanding

Job description

Our client is a leading industry body in the media and technology space which showcases the latest ideas in broadcasting, streaming, AI, digital content and more.

THE COMPANY:

Featuring conferences, keynote talks and panel discussions, it’s a marketplace for new solutions and a forum for shaping the future of media.

THE ROLE:

As Head of Business Development, you will lead the development of new commercial opportunities that will drive growth, and develop new value propositions that can be scaled profitably, and take them to market.

You will work closely with the CEO and the senior team to develop new products and services that add value to the business, drive growth and meet the needs of customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• To develop new value propositions, with clear monetisation models and take them to market
• To build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to secure support and resource
• To be seen as a leader of innovation in the marketplace
• To generate “netnew” revenue for the business
• To represent the business in the marketplace
• Network at a senior level.

THE PERSON:

The successful candidate will be an experienced leader operating at Head of Department or Director level, with a strong track record in relationship selling. You will demonstrate both the ability and willingness to travel worldwide, coupled with a pragmatic, “get the job done” attitude.

Ideally, you will bring experience from the Broadcast, Media Entertainment, or related technology sectors, and possess a proven ability to understand and respond to market dynamics.

You will be an excellent relationship builder at C‑suite level across global markets, with the capability to work effectively with a wide variety of cultures. Passionate about growing a successful business, you will be externally focused and market‑oriented, with a proven record in business development.

High energy and self‑motivation are essential, alongside excellent formal presentation skills.

NEXT STEP

If your skills & experience fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role, please apply online attaching your CV in WORD format.

WHAT TOEXPECT

• Searchlight only advertises active roles
• Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role
• We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days.

Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion and/or belief.